Since 1300, when Boniface VIII initiated the first Holy Year, initially occurring every hundred years, then adjusted to every fifty years, and eventually settled at every twenty-five years, the celebration has been regarded by God's holy and faithful people as a unique grace. It is marked by the forgiveness of sins, notably through indulgence, which is a full expression of the mercy of God.
Pope Francis has decided that the Jubilee of 2025 will have the theme 'Pilgrims of Hope'.
It will be a year of hope for a world suffering the impacts of war, the ongoing effects of COVID-19 pandemic, and a climate crisis. Follow the news and participate in the initiatives through the links on this page.
Our diocesan jubilee coordinator is Fr Daniel Humphreys, jubilee2025@rcdow.org.uk
