7 Things Every Catholic Should Know About The Last Rites (Before It's Too Late!)

7 Things Every Catholic Should Know About The Last Rites (Before It's Too Late!)

From The Catholic Talk Show by Ryan Scheel, Ryan DellaCrosse, & Fr. Michael Nixon

June 1, 2026 · 42 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, its significance, and preparation for receiving Last Rites.

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Fr. Michael discuss the Catholic sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, commonly known as Last Rites, exploring what it is, when it should be received, and the powerful graces it offers to those facing serious illness, old age, or death. 00:00 - What Are Last Rites? 02:16 Last Rites vs. Anointing of the Sick 05:10 Who Should Receive It? 08:24 Biblical Basis & Church Teaching 13:54 Holy Oils, Healing & Grace 18:11 Confession, Communion & the Apostolic Pardon 25:00 Prayers at the Moment of Death 30:29 Preparing for a Holy Death 36:27 How to Request Last Rites & Plan Ahead 39:12 Preparing for Eternal Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hosts: Ryan Scheel, Ryan DellaCrosse, Fr. Michael Nixon

Topics covered

  • Last Rites
  • Anointing of the Sick
  • Catholic Sacraments
  • Death and Dying
  • Spiritual Preparation
  • Grace and Healing

Keywords

  • Last Rites
  • Anointing of the Sick
  • Catholic Church
  • sacrament
  • grace
  • spiritual preparation
  • death
  • confession
  • communion

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