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Pope Francis, Rome and St. Peter's Basilica

Pope Francis kicks off a yearlong Jubilee that will test his stamina and Rome's patience

Pope Francis on Tuesday opens the 2025 Holy Year, kicking off a celebration of the Catholic Church that is expected to draw some 32 million pilgrims to Rome and test the pope's stamina and the ability of the Eternal City to welcome them.

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Pope Francis launches jubilee, bringing pilgrims and grumbling to Rome

Opening the Holy Doors of St. Peter’s Basilica on Christmas Eve, Pope Francis inaugurates a jubilee year expected to draw 32 million visitors to Rome.

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Pope opens St. Peter's Holy Door to kick off Jubilee 2025

Pope Francis kicked off the 2025 Jubilee of the Catholic Church on Tuesday, Christmas Eve, by opening the 'Holy Door' of St. Peter's Basilica before a crowd of thousands of faithful. Premier Giorgia Meloni was among the officials present.

Rome and Vatican prepare to inaugurate 2025 Jubilee

RNS on MSN · 21h

Rome and the Vatican prepare to inaugurate the 2025 Jubilee

Over 35 million pilgrims are expected to visit Rome in 2025 seeking forgiveness of sins and a chance to see the pope.

The Washington Post on MSN · 2d

How to navigate Rome during the Vatican’s Jubilee celebrations

Rome has shifted into high gear for the opening of Jubilee 2025, a blockbuster year-long celebration in the Catholic world that begins Christmas Eve. The Jubilee is a centuries-old tradition packed with epic pageantry and events that draw visitors from all corners of the globe.

Euronews (English) on MSN · 1d

Jubilee 2025: Rome expects more than 30 million pilgrims during Holy Year

To the faithful who go on pilgrimage to Rome, the Pope grants a special 'indulgence' or remission of their sins. View on euronews

Pope Calls for Peace on Christmas as Church Begins Jubilee Year Celebrations

He made the remarks a day after the start of Roman Catholic Church’s Holy Year, known as a Jubilee, which takes place every ...

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Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain reopens after renovation work in time for the Jubilee Holy Year

Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain has reopened ahead of the inauguration of the 2025 Jubilee Holy Year, following the completion ...

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What is Rome Jubilee and what's happening in 2025?

The Rome Jubilee will officially begin on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024, and conclude on the Epiphany (‘La Befana’ in Italy), January 6, 2026. This year's Jubilee is titled the Jubilee of Hope, ...

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Rome’s Jubilee Year Is About to Begin—Here’s What to Know and How to Avoid the Crowds

The once-every-quarter-century Catholic tradition starts on December 24, 2024. Whether you’re planning to travel to Rome or ...

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Italy boosts security as 2025 Jubilee Year kicks off in Rome

The 2025 Jubilee Year was officially launched in Rome under heightened security measures. Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi convened a national public safety and security committee meeting ...