Anointing of the Sick

Sacramental emergency? If someone is dying or gravely ill, call the St. Ignatius Sacramental Emergencies line: 303-335-9255.

"Is anyone among you sick? He should summon the presbyters of the church, and they should pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will save the sick person, and the Lord will raise him up."James 5:14-15

Christ, understanding human illness, gave his Church the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick so that all the baptized can experience his healing Spirit. This sacrament of mercy is for the dying, and also for those who are gravely ill or about to undergo a serious operation. It offers prayer for recovery, but above all it gives spiritual healing and the Holy Spirit's peace and courage in illness or the frailty of old age.

Anointing should not be delayed for any serious illness or operation. A person who has been anointed does not need to be anointed again within the same illness. When possible, be ready to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation as well; the priest will hear the confession of the person to be anointed.

When to call

A serious diagnosis or an upcoming operation: call the parish office to meet with a priest.
A terminal diagnosis: call the parish office to meet with a priest.
Homebound: call the parish office to schedule a visit, and to arrange Communion.

You may also ask a priest for the Anointing before or after any weekday or weekend Mass. Parish office: 303-322-8042.

Funerals

To arrange a funeral, please call the parish office at 303-322-8042.