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Pope Leo XIV will close the Holy Door of St Peter’s Basilica on January 6, 2026, marking the end of the Holy Year 2024-2025. The ceremony involves the physical closing of the door leaves during a solemn Mass, followed by a private walling-up of the door with a brick wall and a capsule containing the Jubilee record, coins, and keys. This tradition signifies the conclusion of the Holy Year, while God's mercy remains open.
Pope Leo XIV encourages Christians to reflect on God's blessings over the past year, seek forgiveness, and entrust themselves to God's mercy as they prepare to welcome the New Year, emphasizing the importance of faith, love, and grace in their spiritual journey.
Hundreds of LGBTQ+ Catholics participated in a Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome, celebrating increased acceptance within the Catholic Church, largely attributed to Pope Francis' more inclusive stance, although the Vatican did not explicitly endorse the event.
Pope Francis addressed over a million young Catholics during a Jubilee celebration near Rome, emphasizing the possibility of a world rooted in fraternity and dialogue, and encouraging them to spread their faith and enthusiasm globally, with the next gathering scheduled for 2027 in Seoul.
Pope Leo XIV made an unexpected and enthusiastic appearance at a Catholic youth festival in St. Peter’s Square, thrilling tens of thousands of young pilgrims and emphasizing messages of hope, peace, and human connection during the Holy Year celebrations.
Pope Leo XIV officially took possession of Rome's St. John Lateran Basilica, declaring himself a Roman and emphasizing his commitment to serve during the Holy Year, following his election and the responsibilities of his papacy.