The Jubilee Year stands as a powerful invitation to renewal, drawing us into the heart of God's extraordinary mercy. Father Don Wolfe unravels the rich tapestry of this sacred time, explaining how this celebration extends from Christmas 2023 through Epiphany 2026, offering unique opportunities for spiritual transformation at designated pilgrimage sites like the Shrine of Blessed Stanley Rother.

Many pilgrims ask practical questions about this special time—wondering which doors they should enter or what makes this period different from ordinary time. Father Wolfe addresses these wonderings with wisdom and clarity, revealing that while symbols like holy doors matter, what's truly significant is the interior journey of the heart. A true pilgrimage isn't merely geographic but spiritual, preparing the soul through confession, Eucharist, prayer, and works of mercy.

The Jubilee Year proclaimed by Pope Francis invites Catholics to a time of extraordinary grace, offering spiritual renewal through pilgrimage, prayer, and sacraments. This celebration, rooted in biblical tradition, provides a sacred opportunity to encounter God's mercy in fresh and transformative ways.

In this episode: 

• Jubilee Year runs from Christmas 2023 through Epiphany 2026
• The Shrine of Blessed Stanley Rother serves as an official pilgrimage site for the Archdiocese
• True pilgrimage involves interior preparation through confession, Eucharist, prayer, and works of mercy
• Plenary indulgences offer unlimited grace to those who fulfill spiritual requirements
• Setting apart sacred time helps us recognize God's ever-present grace amid our daily distractions
• The biblical Jubilee represented a reset—canceling debts and returning land to original owners
• This designated time invites us to trust in God's providence and abundance

Join us during this special time to experience the fullness of God's mercy and grace. Visit your local pilgrimage site and open your heart to the extraordinary spiritual gifts being offered.

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Father Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.