Anointing of the Sick
A communal celebration of the Sacrament of the Sick takes place seasonally and by appointment. Please contact the Rachel Winters, Pastoral Care Coordinator for details.
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If you are going to be staying in a hospital or nursing home for an extended period of time, please contact our parish offices or email parishoffices@olgicsj.org. Due to HIPPA regulations, we are not informed in the event one of our parishioners enters into one of those facilities.
In case of serious illness or hospitalization
please contact the Parish Office at (518) 399-9168 or (518) 346-4960.
The Anointing of the Sick
At our Tri-Parish Catholic Communities—serving Ballston Lake, Glenville, and Scotia, NY—the Anointing of the Sick is a sacred and deeply meaningful Catholic sacrament. This sacrament is offered to individuals experiencing serious illness, advanced age, or life-threatening conditions or nearing the end of life. People who deal with mental health issues and addictions can also be anointed. The sacrament can be repeated during the course of a person's illness.
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In our local community, the Anointing of the Sick is more than just a sacrament—it is a sign of communal care, spiritual strength, and Christ’s healing presence. Administered by a Catholic priest or clergy member, the sacrament includes the anointing with blessed oil and prayers for healing, peace, and spiritual comfort.
This sacrament holds special importance in our Tri-Parish Community, fostering a sense of unity and compassionate support. The presence of parishioners through prayer vigils, pastoral care visits, and expressions of empathy underscores the church’s mission to care for both body and soul.
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By participating in the Anointing of the Sick, our Tri-Parish Church community affirms its commitment to spiritual healing and pastoral outreach. This sacred ritual not only provides comfort to the sick but also strengthens the bonds of faith among all parish members. Please ask for the sacrament before going to surgery or during an illness. As a person reaches the end of life please contact our offices as soon as possible so that the person can receive Holy Communion and the Final Prayers of the Church. In the event of an emergency, please call the number(s) above.
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In conclusion, the Anointing of the Sick in Ballston Lake, Glenville, and Scotia reflects the Catholic Church’s dedication to faith, compassion, and community support. It is a holy act of love and mercy that reminds us all of God’s grace in times of illness and vulnerability.