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Hi there!

I'm looking for the text of the Last Rites ceremony, particularly in the case of Extreme Unction...or in times of disaster or quickly-approaching death.

I'm looking for it in both English and Latin, if possible.

Can you help?
Thanks either way,
Kevin.

Answer
The Vatican published a new edition of the Rituale Romanum [Latin] a few years ago.  I do not know what the U.S. bishops have done about an aauthorized  translation.
If you want to view a copy, I suggest that you check a local Catholic parish priest.
If you are interested in purchasing a copy, you might check a religious goods store.  One reference for a store:  info@idonnelly.com
If I can be of further help, please feel free to write again.
Best wishes, Kevin.

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Edward Bode

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Catholic dogma, especially as related to Scripture. I have a doctorate in biblical theology [University of St. Thomas, Rome]. I do not answer questions concerning personal moral situations -- ones dealing with right and wrong [sin].

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I have taught Catholic thought in grade and high schools, and in college and universities.

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Catholic Biblical Association

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Catholic Biblical Quarterly, The Bible Today.

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Graduate degrees in theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University, in scripture from the Pontifical Biblical Institute, and a doctorate in theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas; all in Rome

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