Dictionary
A modern dictionary of Catholic terms, both common and obscure. Find accurate definitions of words and phrases.
HEALING, SACRAMENT OF
The sacrament of anointing, one of whose graces is to heal the sick, if this would be for the person's spiritual welfare. The healing may be one of several kinds: a complete recovery, partial recovery with at least an alleviation of the symptoms or pain, strength of mind and body to bear the suffering or disability with peace and resignation to God's will.
All items in this dictionary are from Fr. John Hardon's Modern Catholic Dictionary, © Eternal Life. Used with permission.
Recent Catholic Commentary
The Smell of the Sheep May 16
Top Catholic News
Most Important Stories of the Last 30 Days