Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord.
James, chapter 4 verse 14
This sacrament was traditionally called Extreme Unction and is still remembered as such by many older Catholics.
Today the sacrament of the sick is offered to those who are gravely ill or are about to undergo a serious operation, for the recovery of their health and for spiritual strength to bear their suffering. For those who are nearing the end of their journey, it prepares them for their meeting with Jesus Christ after death.
It consists primarily of two parts. First there is as an opportunity to seek forgiveness for sins committed throughout life. The second is to receive Holy Communion, the body and blood of Jesus, the giver of all life, who gave his life so that they might live and ultimately have eternal rest in that heavenly kingdom that he has prepared for us.
Requesting the Sacrament of the Sick in St Mary’s Parish
If you are living in the St Mary’s parish, in your own home or in residential care, the Sacrament of the Sick will be administered by the parish priest.
To arrange a visit, please contact the Parish Office by phone or use our Contact form.
Requesting the Sacrament of the Sick in Hospital
If you are in hospital and would like to see a priest or chaplain, please contact the hospital chaplaincy and ask for the Catholic priest to visit.
Chaplaincy Telephone Numbers
Contact numbers for chaplaincies at our local hospitals are provided below.
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University Hospital North Midlands: 01782 676400 Ext. 76400
Macclesfield General Hospital: 01625 663816 or 01625 661334
Leighton Hospital, Crewe: 01270 255141
Derby Royal Hospital: 01332 789500
Stepping Hill Hospital: 0161 419 5889
Cheadle Hospital (served from St Giles Catholic Church): 01538 753130
Spire Regency Hospital, Macclesfield (served from St Albans Catholic Church): 01625 423446
Christies Hospital, Manchester: 0161 446 3000 (via hospital switchboard) or leave a message at Chaplaincy Office: 0161 446 3097
Douglas Macmillan Home (served from St Teresa of the Child Jesus): 01782 658063