Anointing of the Sick
Process
Only a validly ordained Priest may administer the sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. If a person is able to do so, they may wish to receive the sacrament of Reconciliation prior to anointing, and then Holy Communion (known as viaticum if the person is dying).
This sacrament is given to those who are seriously ill by anointing them on the forehead and hands with blessed oil saying once: “Through this holy anointing may the Lord in his love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit. May the Lord who frees you from sin save you and raise you up” (Catechism of the Catholic Church no. 1513).
Contact
For this Parish and the other Parishes in the Eastside Deanery,
the fastest and most reliable way to request a Priest is by calling the number listed below.
425-655-3200
You will be connected immediately to a Lay Minister who will get the necessary information, and then contact the On-Call Priest.
Please make note of this special number somewhere convenient so that you will be able to find it quickly.
Background
From the very first days of the church, Christians held the view that anointing was for physical and spiritual healing. Through the centuries, the sacrament of Anointing became firmly established as a sacrament that is part of a fully developed healing ministry to the sick that brings the intense love of Christ to their suffering. This sacrament is not intended only for the dying, but should be celebrated as soon as a person becomes seriously ill. It should also be celebrated before surgery, or when a person, by virtue of age, is in frail health.
Resources
Information from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops