| The Gift of the Anointing of the Sick: A Preparation Guide for the Sacrament Contributor(s): Glavich, Mary Kathleen (Author) |
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ISBN: 0879463104 ISBN-13: 9780879463106 Publisher: ACTA Publications OUR PRICE: $4.46 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2006 Annotation: The anointing of the sick is perhaps the most misunderstood sacrament. Once called extreme unction, this sacrament has evolved from something akin to a kiss of death into a hope-filled ritual to stregthen us during illness. In The Gift of the Anointing of the Sick, Sr. Kathleen Glavich reveals the power behind this sacrament through a discussion of its history and an explanation of its significance. She describes what to expect during the sacrament and gives helpful suggestions for how to help care for a sick person. The book also includes a questions-and-answer section and suggested Scripture readings and prayers. This affordable resource will be a helpful and considerate gift to people preparing for the anointing of the sick as well as their family members and close friends. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christian Living - Inspirational - Religion | Christian Rituals & Practice - General - Religion | Christian Living - Death, Grief, Bereavement |
| Dewey: 265 |
| LCCN: 2006925714 |
| Physical Information: 0.18" H x 6.14" W x 7.14" (0.19 lbs) 63 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian - Religious Orientation - Catholic - Theometrics - Catholic |