The Sacrament of Ministration to the Sick (also called Unction or Anointing) & The Burial of the Dead

Ministration to the Sick

In case of serious illness, hospitalization, or surgery please notify Father Josh.  Ministration to the sick includes prayers for healing, and can also include, if desired, laying on of hands and anointing with holy oil.  

Ministry at the Time of Death

When a person is near death, the Rector of Saint Luke’s should be notified, in order that the ministrations of the Church may be provided.  Please contact the office at the church during normal business hours, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 AM - 2 PM. Our phone number is above.

The Burial of the Dead

The death of a member of Saint Luke's should be reported as soon as possible and arrangements for the funeral should be made in consultation with the priest-in-charge. Upon the death of a member of Saint Luke's, family members are encouraged to contact the office at the church during normal business hours, Tuesdays or Thursdays, 9 AM - 2 PM. For more information about funerals at Saint Luke's, please contact the church office at 814-942-1372 or email info@stlukesaltoona.org.