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Activity Objective:
To give creative expression to the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
Lesson Outcome:
The children will be able to give examples of times when people need the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.
Materials
  • Blank index cards
  • Pens, colored pencils, markers
Directions:
  • Distribute the materials.
  • Discuss times when people need the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.
  • Review the particulars of the sacrament (see hints for information regarding sacrament).
  • Invite the children to create invitations that could appear in the parish bulletin inviting parishioners to come to a communal anointing.
  • Instruct the children to include: what it is, who it is for, where it is, and why parishioners should come.
  • Encourage the children to share their invitations with the group.
Learning Styles:
Art/Space Smart,Word Smart
Approximate Time:
12 minutes
Hints:
If possible, share some samples of the children's work with the parish staff.

In the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, the priest anoints the seriously ill, injured, or the aged with the oil of the sick. In addition to the anointing, the person is often offered Holy Communion. When the person is dying, the Communion is called viaticum. For a dying person, the sacrament is preparation for passing over to eternal life. Anointing sometimes occurs in a church and is given to the sick or aged in a community. It often takes palce in homes, nursing homes, and hospitals. For example, a person who is going to have surgery may be anointed. The sacrament may be received more than once, such as when a sick person's condition worsens. The Rite of Anointing of the Sick, the priest anoitns the sick person on the forehead, saying, "Through this holy anointed may the Lord in his love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit. Amen." He also anoints the sick person on the hands, saying, "May the Lrod who frees you from sin save you and raise you up. Amen." The "raising" refers to spiritual healing, as well as to any physical healing that may take place.
Sensitivities:
Partner children who might have difficulty doing this activity alone

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