The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 209: Summary of the Anointing of the Sick (2024)

Jul 27, 2024

13:08

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Discover the profound significance of the Anointing of the Sick, a sacrament that offers hope and courage during times of illness. It not only promotes healing of body and soul but also prepares us spiritually for death. The discussion highlights three important practices of the Church that aid in embracing mortality. Reflect on how these teachings guide us through life's challenges and the journey towards the afterlife.

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The Anointing of the Sick sacrament offers both physical and spiritual healing, uniting the sick with Christ's suffering and providing hope during illness.

Church practices such as examination of conscience and liturgical seasons facilitate spiritual growth, preparing individuals to confront mortality with faith and reflection.

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Understanding the Anointing of the Sick

The sacrament of anointing of the sick serves to provide a special grace to Christians who are facing serious illness or old age. It is intended for individuals in danger of death, with the opportunity for them to receive the sacrament each time they become gravely ill or if their condition worsens post-anointing. Only ordained priests or bishops are authorized to confer this sacrament, which involves the anointing of the forehead and hands with blessed oil, accompanied by prayers asking for divine grace. This sacrament is a way to unite the sick individual with the passion of Christ, offering not just comfort but also an opportunity for spiritual healing through forgiveness of sins and preparation for eternal life.

Embracing the Journey through the Catechism

2min

Reflection on the Anointing of the Sick and Preparation for Death

11min

This summary of the Catechism’s teaching about the Anointing of the Sick is concise and rich. This holy anointing brings us hope and courage as we endure illness and the difficulties of old age. While we pray for healing of body and soul, this sacrament also prepares us for death. Fr. Mike ends this episode by explaining three practices of the Church that help her members prepare for death. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1526-1532.

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy

Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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