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St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Parish


807 Havens Corners Road
Gahanna, OH 43230
(614) 471-0212
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  • Anointing of the Sick

    • “The Anointing of the Sick imparts consolation, peace, and strength and unites the sick person, in his precarious situation and his sufferings, with Christ in a profound way. For the Lord experienced our fears and bore our pains in his body.”
      -YouCat 245

      Catholics receive the Sacrament of the Sick to receive God’s grace in times of illness, disease, or surgery.

      The ill person is anointed with holy oil on the forehead and the hands and prayers are offered asking God to be with that person in his or her illness. In some cases, the result of this anointing may include a partial or whole healing; in all cases it represents the strength of God’s presence in a difficult moment. Regardless of the immediate, temporal result, it is a moment of encounter with Christ Himself.

    • FAQs about the Anointing of the Sick

      Recently, Bishop Earl K. Fernandes has asked priests to be more attentive to the proper administration of the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, so we wanted to take a minute to explain the nuances of the sacrament. If you ever have questions about whether you should or can be anointed, please talk to Fr. Sill or another priest.

    • Who can receive the Anointing of the Sick?
      • The Anointing of the Sick is for those who have achieved the age of reason and who are at risk of death due to illness (including mental illness) and/or advanced age.

    • Do I have to be at the point of death to receive the sacrament?
      • No. Church documents indicate that the sacrament can be given at the point when someone “begins to be in danger of death.” This point could be well before someone dies.

    • Should I wait until my loved one is at the point of death to call a priest?
      • No. We know that sometimes death comes suddenly, so we want you to feel comfortable calling in an emergency at any time, day or night. However, many people who are close to death find comfort in being able to receive communion during Last Rites and in knowing they've received the sacrament. If you are able, please call us once you know that the person will be passing soon, even if it will likely be several days before the person passes.

        Our priests will do everything they can to make sure that someone who is dying receives the Anointing of the Sick and Last Rites, but please call them as soon as it becomes clear that death is the likely outcome of a sickness so that they can more likely visit the person before he or she dies.

    • If I recover, can I receive the sacrament again?
      • Yes. There is no limit to the number of times a person can receive the sacrament.

    • Why is the sacrament only for those in danger of death?
      • Sacraments are designed to assist us with supernatural graces and gifts from the Holy Spirit. Graces from the Anointing of the Sick allow those who are suffering and at-risk of death to feel confidence in God’s mercy, to have comfort in uniting their suffering with Christ’s suffering, and to strengthen the soul, in addition to the body. The sacrament is a help for completing the journey to our heavenly homeland.

    • Can I receive the sacrament if I am having surgery?
      • That depends. For an otherwise healthy person, surgery does not pose a great risk of death. However, if a serious illness is the cause for surgery, then the sacrament could be appropriate. It can also be administered if the surgery is very risky and could result in death. Further, if old age has weakened a patient to the point where minor surgery could bring a risk of death, the sacrament could be appropriate.

    • What if I’m not sure if I should receive the sacrament of Anointing of the Sick?
      • You are welcome to call one of our clergy to discuss your situation. They can pray with you and help you determine if you should also receive the sacrament.

    • If I’m not at risk for death, but I’m sick or scared about having surgery, what can I do?
      • Unfortunately, minor illnesses are part of life. They can remind us of our mortality, they can bring a level of suffering with them, and they can be disheartening, but they are usually not serious and do not require supernatural assistance for spiritual and/or physical recovery.

        However, they can be scary. If you are in this situation, we encourage you to pray and to ask for God’s comfort. One of our priests or clergy would be happy to pray with you and for you, as well. There is a blessing clergy can give for the sick as an alternative to receiving Anointing of the Sick. Reconciliation is another sacrament of healing that is always available.

    • How do I arrange for Anointing of the Sick?
      • If you or a loved one is in need of the Anointing of the Sick, contact the Parish Office at (614) 471-0212. Anointings can take place at church, in your home, or in the hospital. Additionally, please notify the parish staff regarding any aged or ill family members who are confined to their home and unable to join us for Mass.

 
Our Mission: As a community of believers who know, love, and serve Jesus Christ, we celebrate the sacramental life of the Church, proclaim the saving message of Christ, and share the love of the Lord, especially with the least, the poor, and the suffering. 

Our Vision: To make disciples who love Jesus and have a passion to worship, serve, and evangelize.
 
 Worship + Serve + Evangelize
 

807 Havens Corners Road
Gahanna, Ohio 43230
Phone: 614-471-0212

Office Hours
 Monday
 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

 Tuesday through Friday
 8:30 am to 2:00 pm

 
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