Last Rites refer to the three sacraments of Confession, Anointing, and Eucharist. They are the last sacraments one receives before he or she journeys from this life to the next. There are appropriate ritual prayers and actions for each sacrament. Many people mistakenly think that Anointing is the last rite. Sometimes Anointing is all the priest can do with a sick person who is unconscious (since they are unable to confess sins or consume the Eucharist), but the Church’s vision is that people at the end of their life receive the sacraments in the order of Confession-Anointing-Eucharist to receive the best sacramental care. Confession and absolution of sins is followed by strengthening through Anointing of the Sick, and Eucharist is the final Sacrament received as Viaticum (via-te-cum - on the way with you). Be sure to share this valuable teaching with your family and friends so that you and they can call for a priest for last rites while the sick person is still conscious and able to participate in the last rites!