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Why did Jesus work his miracles in public?
To show that he was the messiah.
What are concrete examples of how the church shows compassion for the suffering?
Hospitals and saints that dedicated their lives to help those in need.
What were the instructions that Jesus gave to his Apostles concerning those who were sick?
Jesus told his Apostles to heal the sick by laying their hands on them and to share the kingdom of God.
What instructions did St. James give concerning the sick?
Contact a priest, pray for them, anoint them.
Why does God not work a miracle of physical healing each time the Sacrament of Anointing is celebrated?
Because the sacrament focuses on a person's eternal life.
What limitations are there in God's grace?
There are no limitations in God’s grace.
What was the method generally used by Jesus in his healing miracles?
Jesus used His physical touch to heal.
What was it that transformed the sick in both body and soul?
The encounter with Christ.
Why is oil an effective sign of this Sacrament?
It strengthens us to bear suffering and soothes us, giving us peace.
What is oil of the sick, and where does it come from?
The oil of the sick is oil blessed by the bishop during the Chrism mass.
Who are the ministers of the Sacrament of the Anointing of the sick?
Bishops and priests.
If the sacrament is celebrated by a priest and received by only one person, then how can we say that the sacrament is an action of the church as a whole?
The entire church is praying for and with the priest.
Explain what is meant by "sacraments that prepare us for our heavenly homeland."
The sacraments purify us so that we may be ready for the Kingdom of God.
What are the essential elements of the celebration of the sacrament?
The oil and the prayer of healing.
What could a priest do if he did not have the oil of the sick available?
Any plant oil blessed by the priest can be used.
Who may receive the sacrament of Anointing?
The sick, the elderly, those about to die.
When should the Sacrament of Anointing be received?
Old age, near death, surgery.
Should the Sacrament of Anointing be administered in the following situations: the person is unconscious, the person has just died: the person has been dead for some time?
If a person is unconscious then they can receive the sacrament of Anointing of the sick. Those who are dead are unable to receive it.
Does the sacrament remove mortal sin if the person is unconscious? Explain. What should happen if the person later recovers?
Yes, the sacrament will remove all mortal sin if the person had the proper disposition.
What other Sacrament should normally be celebrated before the Sacrament of Anointing, and why?
The sacrament of reconciliation (confession). SO that way your sins are cleansed before you die and go straight to heaven
What is the primary purpose of the Sacrament of Anointing?
To heal and strengthen.
List and explain some of the graces conveyed.(At least 2)
Unites the person to Christ's passion for his own good and the good of the church. Grants strength, peace and courage to endure in a Christian manner the suffering of illness and old age. Forgives sins. Restores health if it is for the good salvation of the person's soul.Prepares for passage into eternal life. Reduces or removes temporal punishment due to sin.
How can human suffering be "positive"?
It helps us connect with Jesus Christ.
What can be achieved by "offering up" our suffering to God
We can make our suffering into a way in which we connect with Jesus and be like Him.
What does the Christian vocation demand from Christians regarding the sick and suffering?
To serve and love others that are suffering.