
1.3M Pilgrims Pass Through St. Peter’s Holy Door in Jubilee’s First Month
Besides the Holy Doors, other factors have contributed to the high number of people visiting Rome and other parts of Italy to take part in this year's celebration.
Besides the Holy Doors, other factors have contributed to the high number of people visiting Rome and other parts of Italy to take part in this year's celebration.
Cardinal James Harvey, a native of Milwaukee, opened the Holy Door at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls on Sunday.
EDITORIAL: Whether you travel to Rome or participate locally during the special celebration, God’s grace still flows to the faithful through his Church.
The papal basilica, also known as the 'Bethlehem of the West,' houses both the venerated icon of Mary and relics of Christ’s crib.
Reflecting on the challenges faced by families, Cardinal Reina appealed for greater societal support.
‘The message imparted by the Holy Door is that God’s mercy reaches out to mankind’s frailty.’
The first Holy Door will be opened by Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Basilica on Christmas Eve this year to usher in the beginning of the Jubilee Year worldwide.
The opening of the Holy Door marked a key moment in the annual celebration established by Pope Celestine V in 1294.
The Holy Father is entering an active war zone to open the holy door in the capital of Bangui for the Year of Mercy.
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