~ Pilgrims of Hope ~
A Central Aspect of the Catholic Church’s Jubilee Year 2025
A pilgrimage invites us and helps us to seek spiritual renewal, reconciliation, and a deeper relationship with God. It helps us renew our faith, embrace mercy, and walk together as a global community of hope, reflecting Christ’s love in the world.
Pilgrims travel to holy sites, especially Rome, where they can pass through the Holy Doors of the four major basilicas, symbolizing a passage to grace and transformation.
Dioceses worldwide host local pilgrimages, ensuring broad participation. It encourages believers to embody hope by fostering unity, peace, and service within their communities.
Two Designated Locations:
- The Diocese of Oakland has named The Cathedral of Christ the Light and Mission San Jose in Fremont as two permanently designated sites for every day of the Holy Year. Pilgrims may come as individuals or arrange group pilgrimages with their parish. By making this pilgrimage, you may obtain the “Holy Year Plenary Indulgence”.
To Gain the “Jubilee Plenary Indulgence,” Pilgrims Must Complete the Following:
- Make a pious pilgrimage by visiting a designated site
- Go to confession
- Pray for the intentions of the Holy Father
(You may receive Holy Communion and make your confession during a 'grace period' of 20 days before or after your visit to a pilgrimage church.)
A “Plenary Indulgence” is Not a Forgiveness of Sins:
It's important to understand that a plenary indulgence does not forgive the sin itself, but rather the temporal punishment that remains as a consequence of that sin.
What are the temporal consequences of sin? The earthly penalties or sufferings that can result from sinful actions, even after they are forgiven.
Temporal consequences are often seen as corrective and educational, can manifest as suffering, challenges, and trials in one's life or as consequences experienced in the afterlife (Purgatory). They are not eternal/permanent; they are meant to motivate obedience and encourage penance for sins.
They can be applied to the living and the dead. A plenary indulgence can be applied to oneself/others, or souls in purgatory.
It's important to understand that a plenary indulgence does not forgive the sin itself, but rather the temporal punishment that remains as a consequence of that sin.
What are the temporal consequences of sin? The earthly penalties or sufferings that can result from sinful actions, even after they are forgiven.
Temporal consequences are often seen as corrective and educational, can manifest as suffering, challenges, and trials in one's life or as consequences experienced in the afterlife (Purgatory). They are not eternal/permanent; they are meant to motivate obedience and encourage penance for sins.
They can be applied to the living and the dead. A plenary indulgence can be applied to oneself/others, or souls in purgatory.
JOIN OUR PILGRIMAGE
Saint Charles Borromeo
is organizing a pilgrimage
to Mission San Jose in Fremont
Saturday, May 10, at 10:00 a.m.
We will be celebrating Holy Mass in the Church with all pilgrims.
--Father Augustine Joseph
- Thursday, May 1:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Church/Livestream)
- WINGS 9:30 a.m. (Hall)
- Faith Formation (Kindergarten-5th Grade) 3:30 p.m. (All Rooms)
- Children's First Eucharist Rehearsal 5:30 p.m. (Church)
- A Family Rosary 7:00 p.m. (Chapel)
- Scout Troop Meeting 7:00 p.m. (Hall) - Friday, May 2:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 5:00 p.m. (Chapel) - Saturday, May 3:
Sign-Ups for the May 10 Pilgrimage to Mission San Jose,
(Sign Up Outside of Church After the 5:00 p.m. Mass)
- Children's First Eucharist Mass and Celebration 10:00 a.m. (Church)
- First Eucharist Reception 11:00 a.m. (Hall)
- Baptism 1:00 p.m. (Church)
- Reconciliation 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. (Church)
- Vigil Mass for the repose of the soul of His Holiness Pope Francis 5:00 p.m. (Church) - Sunday, May 4: Third Sunday in Easter
Sign-Ups for the May 10 Pilgrimage to Mission San Jose,
(Sign Up Outside of Church After All Masses)
- Mass 7:30 a.m. (Church)
- Pancake Breakfast 8:30-11:30 a.m. (Hall)
- Mass with Children's Choir 9:30 a.m. (Church)
- Pre-School/Tiny Treasures 9:30 a.m. (Dominic)
- Youth Confirmation Year 2 Class 9:30 a.m. (Pope)
- RCIC/T (First Eucharist) Rehearsal 11:00 a.m. (Church)
- Mass & RCIC/T Celebration (Eucharist only) 11:30 a.m. (Church) - Monday, May 5:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Church/Livestream)
- Mary Giuliacci Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. (Church)
- Christian Meditation 5:30 p.m. (Ignatius)
- High School Youth Ministry 7:00 p.m. (Hall) - Tuesday, May 6:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Church/Livestream)
- Faith Formation (1st-5th Grade) 6:15 p.m. (All Rooms) - Wednesday, May 7:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Church/Livestream)
- Faith Formation (Kindergarten-5th Grade) 4:00 p.m. (All Rooms)
- Adult Choir Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. (Church)
- Middle School Youth Ministry 7:00 p.m. (Hall)
- OCIA 7:00 p.m. (Pope)
Click HERE to Register!
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1315 Lomitas Ave.
Livermore, CA 94550
