The Anointing of the Sick, for its part, unites the sick with Christ’s self-offering for the salvation of all, so that they too, within the mystery of the communion of saints, can participate in the redemption of the world.”- Pope Benedict XVI, The Sacrament of Charity, 2007

Priests care for us when we are physically ill. They do this through the Sacrament known as the Anointing of the Sick. The Bible instructs us, “Is anyone among you suffering? He should pray…Is any one among you sick? He should summon the presbyters [priests] of the Church, and they should pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will save the sick person, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed any sins, he will be forgiven” (James 5: 14-15). Anointing of the Sick helps us endure illness, uniting our passion with that of the Lord, and it cleanses our souls and helps us prepare to meet God.

At All Saints Parish, Anointing is available upon request. If ever you are going to the hospital for a procedure that involves general anesthesia, it is appropriate to request Anointing. See Father John after any Mass and the sacrament may be celebrated individually when needed. The sacrament of anointing is celebrated communally once a year at a special Mass in the summer. Contact the pastor at 361-5252 to make arrangements to celebrate this sacrament.

When God does call a loved one home, please call the funeral home of your choice regarding Mass of Christian Burial arrangements. The funeral home will coordinate with the parish.

Information regarding graves within the ST. MICHAEL AND ST. STANISLAUS CEMETERIES in BERLIN WI, please contact the Parish Office 920-361-5252.

For Rules and Regulations of the Cemeteries please click here.