1520 A particular gift of the Holy Spirit. the first grace of this sacrament [ANOINTING OF THE SICK] is one of strengthening, peace and courage to overcome the difficulties that go with the condition of serious illness or the frailty of old age. This grace is a gift of the Holy Spirit, who renews trust and faith in God and strengthens against the temptations of the evil one, the temptation to discouragement and anguish in the face of death. This assistance from the Lord by the power of his Spirit is meant to lead the sick person to healing of the soul, but also of the body if such is God’s will. Furthermore, “if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.”
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Thank you for your inspirational thoughts and prayers. I just love them, they make me think and that is a good thing, as us oldies think we know it all and only call on the engraved knowledge in our minds and hearts, instead of trying to learn more and more and more. Thank you Father. Babs Kane