Catechism of the Catholic Church: 1499
Article 5 THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK

1499  "By the sacred anointing of the sick and the prayer of the priests the whole Church commends those who are ill to the suffering and glorified Lord, that he may raise them up and save them. and indeed she exhorts them to contribute to the good of the People of God by freely uniting themselves to the Passion and death of Christ."<sup>97

97</sup> LG 11; cf. ⇒ Jas 5:14-16; ⇒ Rom 8:17; ⇒ Col 1:24; ⇒ 2 Tim 2:11-12; ⇒ 1 Pet 4:13.

This sacrament is for those who are elderly, seriously ill, or scheduled for surgery. Contact the Parish Office at (713) 921-1261 to schedule the anointing or click here to complete an Online form.