The jubilee calls for us to set out on a journey and to cross boundaries. When we travel, we do not only change place physically, but we also change ourselves. Hence, it is important to prepare ourselves well, to plan the route, and learn about the destination. In this sense, the Jubilee pilgrimage begins before the start of the journey itself: the starting point is the decision to set out.

Plenary Indulgence: The Name of God is Mercy

With regards to the Plenary Indulgences during the Jubilee Year, the Apostolic Penitentiary has issued a decree on May 13, 2024 that states regarding pilgrimages: “The faithful, pilgrims of hope, will be able to obtain the Jubilee Indulgence granted by the Holy Father if they undertake a pious pilgrimage… by visiting the Cathedral or other church or sacred place designated by the local Ordinary. Bishops will consider the needs of the faithful as well as the opportunity to reinforce the concept of pilgrimage with all its symbolic significance, to manifest the great need for conversion and reconciliation.”

A plenary indulgence is a special grace that completely removes the temporal punishment for sins already forgiven, cleansing the soul as if the person had just been baptized.