Jubilee Year of Hope 2025

Jubilee events at Mothers' Shrine

From Helicopter to Propeller

This seven-session series is intended for mothers of young children who want to propel their children forward in mindset, identity and faith. Click here for the details and to register!

From Helicopter to Propeller

This seven-session series is intended for mothers of young children who want to propel their children forward in mindset, identity and faith. Click here for the details and to register!

From Helicopter to Propeller

This seven-session series is intended for mothers of young children who want to propel their children forward in mindset, identity and faith. Click here for the details and to register!

From Helicopter to Propeller

This seven-session series is intended for mothers of young children who want to propel their children forward in mindset, identity and faith. Click here for the details and to register!

From Helicopter to Propeller

This seven-session series is intended for mothers of young children who want to propel their children forward in mindset, identity and faith. Click here for the details and to register!

From Helicopter to Propeller

This seven-session series is intended for mothers of young children who want to propel their children forward in mindset, identity and faith. Click here for the details and to register!

From Helicopter to Propeller

This seven-session series is intended for mothers of young children who want to propel their children forward in mindset, identity and faith. Click here for the details and to register!

24 Hours for the Lord

Join Catholics around the world in dedicating time in prayer and adoration before the Blessed Sacrament. Pope Francis has called for all to participate in “24 Hours for the Lord”…

This holy year of Jubilee invites the faithful to embrace the spirit of hope. A Jubilee Year is an important occasion in the tradition of our Church, focused on promoting spiritual renewal through reconciliation and unity among believers.

We are blessed that The National Shrine of Mary, Mother of the Church, has been designated as a Jubilee pilgrimage site by the Diocese of Jefferson City.

The Jubilee Year of 2025 will provide opportunities to experience grace, including by participating in special Jubilee Masses or joining a pilgrimage. Stay in touch with the Mothers' Shrine to learn about the pilgrimage opportunities available throughout the year, both at our beautiful Shrine in Laurie, MO and online!

Plenary indulgences explained

“The doctrine and practice of indulgences in the Church are closely linked to the effects of the sacrament of Penance” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1471). “An indulgence is…

What is a Jubilee Year?

“Jubilee” comes from the word yobel, the ram’s horn, which is used to proclaim the Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur). This Jewish holiday occurs every year, but it takes on…

Vatican norms for Jubilee indulgence

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pilgrims passing through the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica during the Holy Year 2025, going to confession, receiving Communion and praying for the intentions of…