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THE SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK (OR EXTREME UNCTION) -
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"Anointing of the Sick is the sacrament that is received by those who are ill or suffering. By the sacred anointing and the prayer of the priest, the whole Church commends those who are sick to Christ. The sick person receives the Holy Spirit's gifts of strength, faith, peace, and courage, and his or her suffering is united with the suffering of Christ for the building up of the Church."
Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1520-23
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CELEBRATING ANOINTING OF THE SICK AT ST. MATTHEW
If you, or someone you know, is about to undergo surgery or is suffering from an illness that could be life-threatening, you may request to be anointed at any time. If your request is not an emergency situation, please contact the Parish office during office hours to set up a time for the Priest or Deacon to visit you, 770-964-5804.
If there is a sacramental emergency and you are calling outside of office hours, please call 404-951-6836. (Please note this number is not for parish business).
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