The Anointing Of The Sick

The healing ministry of Jesus Christ is a primary task of the Church. Focusing on the anointing of the sick, Paul Meyendorff discusses the sacrament'¿¿s history and theology, including its roots in Scripture: '¿¿Is any among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church...'¿¿(James 5.14'¿¿15). This work addresses the connection between sin and sickness, the disintegrating power of illness, and the reintegrating power of grace. Includes a new translation and an abbreviated rite for use at home or in hospital.