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Jubilee Year 2025

Embark on a spiritual journey to deepen your understanding of God’s mercy, rediscover hope, and share the joy of the Gospel in this extraordinary Holy Year of grace and renewal.

Welcome to Jubilee 2025, proclaimed by Pope Francis with the theme “Pilgrims of Hope.”

This Holy Year invites renewal, reflection, and spiritual growth, offering Catholics a chance to deepen their faith and embrace God’s grace. The Archdiocese of Newark’s celebration began with an Opening Mass on December 29, 2024, and will conclude on December 28, 2025, featuring special liturgies, pilgrimages, and charitable initiatives. Join us in this journey of hope and renewal!

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Discover Jubilee Year 2025 Events

For Jubilee Year 2025 events within the Archdiocese of Newark, visit the Jersey Catholic website.

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Events

  • Jubilee 2025 Opening Mass – 12/29/24-Noon – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark
  • Jubilee Mass for the Haitian Apostolate – 1/1/25 – 1:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark
  • Jubilee Mass for Consecrated Life – 2/1/25 – 11:00am – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark. Click here for more information
  • Quo Vadis Jubilee Mass – 2/15/25 – Noon – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark. Click here for more information
  • Jubilee Mass for the African American, African & Caribbean Apostolate – 2/16/25 – 2:30pm –Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark. Click here for more information
  • Jubilee Mass of Sport – 3/30/25 – 3:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for the Vietnamese Apostolate – 4/26/25 – 7:30pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for Musicians – 5/2/25 – 8:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for Deacons (and the Ordination of Deacons) – 5/18/25 – 3:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for Priests (and the Ordination of Priests) – 5/24/2025 – 10:00am – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for Married Couples – 6/1/25 – 3:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for the Portuguese Apostolate – 6/4/25 – 8:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for Scouts – 6/8/25 – 3:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for the Salvadoran Apostolate – 8/9/25 – 7:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for Catholic Schools – 9/12/25 – 10:00am – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for the Legal Profession – 9/26/25 – 4:00pm –Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for the Italian Apostolate – 10/4/25 – 5:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for Hispanic Ministry – 10/10/25 – 8:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception – 10/18/25 – Washington, DC. Click here for more information.

  • Jubilee Mass for Law Enforcement – 10/30/25 – 10am – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for the Polish and Slavic Apostolate – 11/9/25 – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for Catechists – 11/23/25 – 3:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee Mass for Youth – 12/7/25 – 3:00pm – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.
  • Jubilee 2025 Closing Mass – 12/28/25 – Noon – Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark.

Pilgrimage Churches

Catholics in the Archdiocese of Newark can receive a plenary indulgence by visiting one of four designated pilgrimage churches during the Jubilee Year: the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, Saint Helen in Westfield, Saint Joseph of the Palisades in West New York, and Saint Pius X in Old Tappan. The Jubilee Indulgence can also be granted by undertaking spiritual works of mercy and penance outlined in the Archdiocese’s guidelines.

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Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart

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89 Ridge Street, Newark, NJ 07104
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St. Pius X Parish

268 Old Tappan Road, Old Tappan, NJ 07675
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St. Joseph of the Palisades

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6401 Palisade Avenue, West New York, NJ 07093
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St. Helen Parish

1600 Rahway Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090
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Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to the National Shrine

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Washington, DC | Saturday, October 18, 2025

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Resources

Plenary Indulgence for the Jubilee Year 2025

Learn how to receive a Jubilee Indulgence through special liturgies and acts of mercy and penance.

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Stay informed with Jersey Catholic!

Read the latest stories and announcements about Jubilee 2025 initiatives throughout the Archdiocese and worldwide.

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Faith Alive @ Home Jubilee Year Resources

Empowering families to celebrate, grow, and strengthen faith together. [English [Spanish] [Portuguese]

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Jubilee Celebration Calendar 2025

Explore the Jubilee Celebration Calendar 2025 for special liturgies and events planned throughout this Holy Year.

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Jubilee 2025 Information Sheet

The USCCB’s Jubilee 2025 Information Sheet provides an overview of key events, prayers, and guidelines.

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The Jubilee Prayer

Prayer for renewal and hope: Embracing God’s Grace.

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