Pope Francis is inviting us to celebrate the Jubilee Year 2025 as Pilgrims of Hope. A jubilee year is a time to remember God’s goodness, ask for His pardon, and praise Him for His mercy. As a Church, we normally celebrate jubilees every 25 years. Pope Francis has chosen the theme “Pilgrims of Hope” to remind us that we all make a pilgrim journey on earth with our hope set on heaven. This jubilee year began on December 24, 2024, when the Holy Father opened the Holy Doors at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome and continues through the celebration of the Epiphany on January 6, 2026.
We are honored that Bishop Ronald A. Hicks has designated Corpus Christi Catholic Church to be a place of pilgrimage.
What is a Plenary Indulgence?
A significant feature of the Jubilee year is the granting of a plenary indulgence – which is the complete removal of the effects of sin that remain in us even after we’re forgiven. This will reduce the time in purgatory for yourself or for a deceased loved one.
What do I need to do?
The following conditions need to be met for a plenary indulgence:
- Have complete detachment from sin in your life
- Pray for the intentions of Pope Francis
- Make a Sacramental Confession and be in the state of grace
- Receive Holy Communion
- After these four conditions are met, a plenary indulgence can be obtained by visiting a pilgrimage site.
- You can also receive a plenary indulgence by performing various works of mercy and penance during the Jubilee Year. Click these links for the Corporal Works of Mercy and Spiritual Works of Mercy.
How Can I Participate at Corpus Christi Catholic Church?
- Beginning on Sunday, February 1 and every Sunday – from 3 to 4 pm, there will be a Holy Hour with the praying of the Divine Mercy Chaplet and meditation. Confessions will be heard from 3:00 to 3:30 pm
- Beginning on Thursday, February 6 and every Thursday – there will be evening Mass at 6 pm with prayers for the Jubilee Year and the Sacrament of Confession offered at 5:30 pm before Mass. (There will be no 9 am Mass on Thursdays.)
- A replica of the Holy Doors from St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome is placed in our sanctuary. Our parishioners and visitors can pass through this door as a symbolic manifestation of their conversion, reconciliation and readiness to grow in faith.
