The Jubilee Year 2025 invites Catholics worldwide to embrace the theme "Pilgrims of Hope," promoting a journey of spiritual renewal, care for creation, and reconciliation.
A Jubilee Year in the Catholic Church is a special time for forgiveness, reconciliation, and spiritual renewal. Rooted in biblical tradition, it invites the faithful to restore relationships with God, one another, and creation, offering opportunities for transformation since 1300.
Jubilee Years are celebrated every 25 years, a tradition since Pope Paul II’s decree in 1470. Extraordinary Jubilees, such as the Jubilee of Mercy in 2015, may also be declared. The upcoming Jubilee Year 2025 calls Catholics to renew their faith and commitment to justice and peace.
The theme “Pilgrims of Hope” inspires Catholics to journey with hope, acknowledging their responsibility to care for creation and each other, embracing this Jubilee as a moment for reflection, stewardship, and renewed vision.
The Jubilee Year 2025 begins on December 24, 2024, and concludes on January 6, 2026. Pope Francis has declared 2024 a Year of Prayer, setting the spiritual foundation for the Jubilee celebrations.
The Jubilee concept originates in Leviticus, where every 50 years debts were canceled, the land rested, and property was restored. In the New Testament, Jesus proclaimed a similar mission of liberty and God’s favor, inspiring Catholics to pursue justice and reconciliation.
Pope Francis’s Papal Bull, Spes non Confundit, encourages “Pilgrims of Hope” to seek peace, justice, and reconciliation, addressing global injustices and keeping hope alive for a better future.
A traditional Jubilee pilgrimage represents the spiritual journey toward God. The Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica will open, allowing pilgrims to pass through as a sign of grace and renewal. Local pilgrimage opportunities will also be available for Catholics worldwide.
The Archdiocese of Colombo will celebrate with special events and spiritual programs, allowing the faithful to experience Jubilee grace in their communities while connecting to the broader Church.
Pope Francis has designated 2024 as a Year of Prayer, encouraging Catholics to unite in a “symphony of prayer” and deepen their connection with God in preparation for the Jubilee.
During the Jubilee Year, Catholics are called to put their faith into action, embrace forgiveness, serve the needy, and work for justice. The Archdiocese of Colombo will organize charitable activities, community initiatives, and outreach programs to inspire everyone to embody the Jubilee spirit.
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