Anointing Packages

We are proud to launch a new initiative designed not only to support clergy in ministering to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are sick, but also to provide familiarity and comfort for those receiving the Sacrament of the Last Rites.

“This initiative is yet another way NATSICC is working to bring Faith and Culture together, ensuring that sacred Catholic Traditions are delivered in a way that respects and embraces the spirituality of First Nations Peoples” said NATSICC Councillor, and project coordinator Sally FitzGerald. “We hope to provide some comfort to those that are suffering”.

The NATSICC Anointing Packages consist of:

  • Aboriginal print stole

  • Jerusalem Olive wood hand cross for the patient

  • Olive wood heart for the patient's wife/ husband/ visitor

  • Olive wood Rosary bracelet with a booklet on how to pray the Rosary

  • Small plastic container with a cotton ball for the priest to use when anointing the patient

  • Prayer booklet for the priest to use when administering the Sacrament

  • Prayer booklet for the patient to use....and/ or their family

  • A tea candle

Accessing Packages

Packages are available to Priests and Religious nationally (in collaboration with our Dioceses, Bishops (Australian Catholic Bishops Conference) and Religious orders). For more information, contact Sally FitzGerald at salfitz50@live.com.