The Anointing of the Sick is celebrated communally on the Second Sunday of the Month.
Homebound members of the Parish should call the Parish Office at 412-751-0663 to make arrangements to receive Holy Communion at home.
Anointing of the Sick gets its roots from Jesus whose words and touch brought healing to those who were sick or afflicted. This is one of the 7 sacraments of the Catholic church, a Sacrament of Healing. Anyone, adults or children, experiencing problems of mind, body, or spirit should seek this sacrament.
If you are experiencing any of the following please consider receiving the Anointing of the Sick: Seriously ill, Alcoholism, Health issues, Mental/ Health Issues, Depression, Addictions, Weakness due to age, Facing or recovering from surgery, Family problems causing physical, mental, or spiritual illness, Caregivers caring for seriously ill family member, etc.
During the Anointing of the Sick, those present will pray for healing and forgiveness. The priest will make the sign of the cross on the forehead and palm of the hands of each person with the Oil of the Sick. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated communally on the Second Sunday of the Month.