"Are there people sick among you? Let them send for the priests of the Church, and let the priests pray over them anointing them with oil in the name of the Lord."

- James 5:14

This sacrament is no longer seen as 'the Last Rites.' It can be received more than once and is encouraged for those who are facing a serious operation, coping with an illness, are advanced in age, or are nearing death. We pray that the Holy Spirit may be with the individual so that they do not have to go through their sickness alone.

The pastor at St. Matthias is more than willing to visit homes, assisted living or nursing facilities, and hospitals to administer this sacrament. Please keep us informed and request a visit from us when you think is best appropriate. We rely on your communication, especially for hospital visits as hospitals can no longer notify us if they have admitted one of our parishioners.