Pope Francis to Grant Indulgences for Galilee Pilgrimages
Vatican Decree Reported Extensively
Pilgrimages to Galilee to Commence in March 2024
According to a new Vatican decree issued last month but reported just about everywhere this week, Pope Francis will be granting indulgences for pilgrimages to Galilee.
The indulgences will be available to those who participate in pilgrimages to the Holy Land between March 2024 and May 2025.
The decree states that the indulgences will be granted to those who visit the following sites in Galilee:
- The Sea of Galilee
- Capernaum
- Tabgha
- The Mount of Beatitudes
- Nazareth
The decree also states that the indulgences will be granted to those who participate in the following activities in Galilee:
- Attending Mass
- Praying the Rosary
- Reading the Bible
- Visiting the sick
- Performing works of mercy
The Vatican decree is a significant development, as it is the first time that the Catholic Church has granted indulgences for pilgrimages to Galilee.
The indulgences will be a major draw for pilgrims from around the world, and they are expected to boost tourism in the Holy Land.
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