This term Year 6 is revisiting the seven sacraments of the Church with the focus of our learning on the importance of the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick and the sacrament of Marriage. We are learning about how they fit into our Catholic faith. 

The sacrament of Anointing of the Sick gives strength, comfort and courage to the sick person, brings physical and spiritual healing and forgives sins. The two main symbols and rituals in this sacrament come from ancient times (the Old Testament tradition). Laying on of hands symbolises the calling of the Holy Spirit. It is done in silence, followed by the prayer calling on the Holy Spirit. Anointing with oil is a sign of the grace of the Holy Spirit giving strength, courage and peace.

The sacrament of Marriage is a covenant between a couple.  Marriage symbolises this covenant relationship with God as it is a sign of the life of communion the Church is called to be. Marriage also symbolises the sacramentality of all right relationships; as human love and friendship can be sacramental signs. Like all covenants, marriage is permanent and is based on mutual fidelity.