unction of the sick

The tradition of the Church has been to offer the anointing with oil (unction) of those who are in need of healing. This can take different forms. Sometimes anointing is offered in the course of a Mass, with special prayers for healing. Often, a priest offers anointing with Oil of the Sick during the course of a pastoral visit, either when someone is recovering from an illness, experiencing suffering of some sort, or preparing for surgery. At the end of life, it is customary for a priest to visit the dying and offer the last rites of the Church, which includes anointing with holy oil. Anyone who desires anointing of the sick should contact Father Kyle.