What is the Sacrament of Anointing the Sick?

Anointing of the sick is a responsibility to those who are called upon it. For example, a priest can face an ill individual, anointing them with oil and providing strength, hope, and healing. A Bible verse is listed for Biblical explanation, but further questions can be answered by calling the Parish’s office. 

* James 5:13-16

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Sr. Maria Luisa Cardenas, Deacon Alnardo Santos or our priests are available to visit the homebound or hospitalized parishioners regularly.  If someone becomes ill,  please call Deacon A. Santos at 609-774-7555 or the Rectory Office for a priest at 856-691-9181.

Anyone wishing to be anointed because they will be having an operation, or in advanced age may receive this Sacrament in a simple, quiet ceremony after any Mass on the weekend by speaking to one of the priests either during the week by phone or before the Mass they are attending. Anyone who has a family member who may wish to receive this sacrament of healing may bring them to Church too or, of course, call the rectory for the priest to visit them at home.