Perhaps the most misunderstood Sacrament, the Anointing of the Sick is an important part of our Catholic faith. What is this Sacrament, and who may receive it? Learn these answers in this course!

Objective: On this course, students will learn what Anointing the the Sick is, why it is used, and who may receive this Sacrament. 

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Course curriculum

  • 01

    The Anointing of the Sick

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • The Anointing of the Sick - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • The Anointing of the Sick - VIDEO

    • The Anointing of the Sick - Live Lesson Recording with Professor Marshall Connolly (2/9/22)

    • The Anointing of the Sick - QUIZ

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Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Professor Marshall Connolly has spent his life in service to God and the Church as an educator and writer. He is a graduate of the California State University system and has earned bachelor's degrees in English and History, as well as a teaching credential. He has completed additional studies at Whitman College, and the University of San Diego. His interests include science and apologetics and he writes on both subjects for Catholic Online (catholic.org), the World's Catholic Library.

He serves as the first Director of Education for Catholic Online School.

Professor Marshall Connolly

Director of Education