HOLY WEEK EDUCATION : Fr Kelvin Ugwu enlightens

 HOLY WEEK EDUCATION 


The three oils used in the Catholic Church are:

1. The oil of Chrism

2. The oil of catechumens

3. The oil of the sick



The Bishop of the diocese blesses these oils during Chrism mass every year.


a. Chrism oil is olive oil mixed with balsam. The oil symbolizes strength, and the fragrant balsam represents the “aroma of Christ" according to 2 Corinthians 2:15.


Chrism oil is used for Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Order. Anointing with chrism oil signifies the gift of the Holy Spirit.


b. The oil of catechumen is pure olive oil. The oil is used before baptism. The prayer said during the anointing is to exorcise you of all demonic powers, avoid temptation, and give one the gift of faith necessary to carry the cross of Christ throughout life.


c. The oil of the sick, which is pure olive oil, is used for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. If you are sick, invite the priest to anoint you with the oil of the sick. This is a sacrament that is for anyone that is sick. It is not only administered to those who are so sick and about to die, No! The sacrament is a healing sacrament.


Remember what James 5:14

"Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord."


Culled from Fr Kelvin Ugwu wall.

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