Anointing Of The Sick

The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick powerfully demonstrates Jesus’ presence among us as our Healer and Comforter. It is by the anointing and the prayers of the Church that all those who are ill, face surgery or any disability come into contact with Jesus, the Divine Physician. Because of the special nature of the Sacrament, it may be received as often as needed. The grace of this sacrament unites the sick disciple more closely to the suffering of Christ, strengthens the disciple to endure his own suffering with peace and courage, and forgives any sins that were not previously forgiven in the Sacrament of Penance. To schedule an appointment for an anointing, please contact the parish office at (704) 334-2283. In case of emergency during non-business hours, please call (704) 334-2283 and following the telephone prompts to reach the sacramental emergency line.

Rite of Christian Burial

The death of one of our brothers or sisters in Christ is a significant event for us as Church. It is a time when we, who loved the deceased person, mourn for our loss. It is a time when we as the Church celebrate God's gift of life and mark, with special rites and gatherings, the return of that life to our loving God. It is a time when the Church earnestly seeks to minister not only to the deceased but the living as well.The rites of the Order of Christian Funerals are rites of the living. It is how the Church walks with those who mourn. The common celebration of the rites surrounding death takes the form of three liturgical celebrations: a vigil; the funeral liturgy; the rite of committal. For more information or to schedule a burial, please contact the parish office at (704) 334-2283.