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Jubilee 2025: Pilgrims of Hope

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A Jubilee Year is traditionally proclaimed by the Universal Church every 25 years.

It is a particular year set aside to encourage the faithful to embark on pilgrimages, to repent of their sins, forgive the sins of others, and to renew a focus on their spiritual life.

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To learn more about the Jubilee and the role of the Cathedral, read below:

A Few Ways to Participate in the Jubilee

Plenary Indulgence

After meeting certain criteria, a plenary indulgence fully

remits temporal punishment

for forgiven sins through specific acts of faith and charity.

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Detailed information below

Pilgrimage Sites

The Cathedral of St Patrick is one of  7 pilgrimage sites, designated by Bishop Senior, where the plenary indulgence can be obtained.

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​Continue scrolling to see the full list

Jubilee Passports

The Diocese will be providing 

"passports" that highlight each pilgrimage site & outline how to receive the plenary indulgence.

 

Passports can be acquired at any

of the Diocese's pilgrimage sites

and stamped at each as well.

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Diocesan Pilgrimage Sites

  • Cathedral of Saint Patrick (Harrisburg)
     

  • Basilica of the Sacred Heart (Conewago)
     

  • Basilica of Saints Cyril and Methodius (Danville)
     

  • Shrine of the Miraculous Medal
    at Saint Catherine Laboure (Harrisburg)
     

  • Historic Saint Mary's (Lancaster)
     

  • Corpus Christi Church (Chambersburg)
     

  • Our Lady of Hope (Coal Township)

 Plenary Indulgence

A plenary indulgence is the full remission of temporal punishment due to sins that have already been forgiven through the sacrament of confession.

 

It represents the Church’s application of the merits of Christ, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the saints to aid the faithful in their spiritual journey. Through the indulgence, the Church grants freedom from all remaining effects of sin, allowing the faithful to experience the fullness of God’s mercy.

 

This gift of grace is intended not only for personal spiritual renewal but can also be applied to the souls in Purgatory as an act of charity, helping them attain eternal life with God.

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How to Obtain Plenary Indulgence:

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To receive a plenary indulgence during the Ordinary Jubilee Year 2025, lay Catholics must meet the following conditions:
 

  • Be in a State of Grace:
     

    • Go to confession.

    • Receive Holy Communion.

    • Pray for the intentions of the Pope.
       

  • Perform One of the Following Acts:
     

    • Pilgrimage:

      • Visit a designated Jubilee site (e.g., a major basilica in Rome or one of the Diocesan pilgrimage sites).

      • Participate in liturgical or devotional activities such as Mass, the Rosary, or the Via Crucis.
         

    • Eucharistic Adoration:

      • Engage in prayer and meditation at a Jubilee site.
         

    • Works of Mercy:

      • Perform corporal or spiritual works of mercy, such as visiting the sick, assisting those in need, or forgiving offenses.
         

    • Acts of Penance:

      • Fast, abstain from distractions, or donate to charity.
         

  • For Those Unable to Travel:
     

    • Participate spiritually through prayer, uniting with Jubilee celebrations via media.

    • Offer personal sufferings or hardships in union with Christ.
       

  • Apply the Indulgence:
     

    • The indulgence may be applied to oneself or to the souls in Purgatory.

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