The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 209: Summary of the Anointing of the Sick (2025)
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Jul 28, 2025 Explore the powerful sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, which offers hope and courage amid illness and old age. Delve into its role in providing spiritual healing and preparing individuals for eternity. Discover three key Church practices that guide the faithful in facing death. This discussion highlights the comforting aspects of faith during life's toughest moments.
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Purpose of Anointing of the Sick
- The Anointing of the Sick offers special grace during grave illness or old age.
- It prepares the soul for death while uniting the sufferer to Christ's passion.
Practice Daily Examination of Conscience
- Regularly perform a daily examination of conscience to assess your relationship with God.
- Ask where God was present in your day and where you failed to respond to His invitations.
God's Presence vs Our Awareness
- God is always present but may be absent from our thoughts and heart.
- We may not reject God outright but risk living a life indifferent to Him.
