beginning a Jubilee year
How did Catholics celebrate the first Jubilee years?
By going to confession, repentance and visiting St Peter's and St. Paul's basilicas
What is a Plenary Indulgence?
A gift of divine mercy that removes punishment and sin
How do Jubilee years end?
With the closing of the Holy Doors at St. Peters basilica
How did the Israelites begin a Jubilee year?
They would blow a shofar
When did the practice of passing through Holy Doors begin?
The 15th century
Why was the time between Jubilee years shortened over time?
So more people could experience it in their lifetime
When did the catholic Church start to celebrate Jubilee Years?
The 14th century
Which Holy Doors are opened first?
Saint Peter's basilica
How did the Israelites benefit from the benefit from the Jubilee year?
The slaves were freed, debts were settled, relatives were found and land were found and land was returned
When did this Jubilee year start?
Christmas Eve 2024
What is the spiritual impact of receiving a Plenary Indulgence?
It removes punishment for sin and shortens time in purgatory for yourself or a deceased person
How long is an Ordinary Jubilee year?
It happens every 25 years
Why is the Jubilee year called the Holy Year?
It begins with Holy acts and ends with Holy acts
What is the significance of walking through Holy Doors during Jubilee Year?
A new faith beginning and conversion of heart
What is the theme of this Jubilee year?
Pilgrims of Hope