2025 Jubilee: Holy Year of Hope
The 2025 Jubilee officially opened on December 24, 2024, with the rite of Opening of the Holy Door of the Papal Basilica of St. Peter by Pope Francis in the Vatican, and runs to January 6, 2026, the Feast Day of Epiphany, with the Closing of the Holy Door. The Jubilee is one of the Catholic Church’s most significant celebrations, occurring every 25 years. The 2025 Jubilee will be centered on the theme “Pilgrims of Hope.”
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Vatican holds contest to choose music for official hymn of 2025 Jubilee Year
The original musical composition should include a score for voice and organ, the Vatican said. Read more
Winning 2025 Jubilee Year logo unveiled after global competition
The Vatican evangelization chief unveiled on Tuesday the winning logo of the 2025 Jubilee Year, chosen after a worldwide competition. Read more
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Vatican launches global contest to design 2025 Jubilee Year logo
The winning submission will be chosen by a panel of judges. Read more
Pope Francis calls for ‘great symphony of prayer’ ahead of 2025 Jubilee Year
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Vatican unveils motto for 2025 Jubilee Year
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Local artists add beauty to Los Angeles exhibit ‘250 Years of Mission’ to celebrate Jubilee Year
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Holy Door in St. Peter's Basilica uncovered as Jubilee nears
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All priests will be able to forgive sin of abortion during Jubilee for Mercy
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Pope Francis declares Holy Year for Mercy
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Bono thanks Vatican for helping with debt forgiveness
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