This year, Catholics will be able to receive a plenary indulgence from Dec. 8 (2023), the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, to Feb. 2, 2024, the feast of the Presentation in the Temple of Our Lord Jesus Christ, by praying before a Nativity scene in a Franciscan church.
As part of the celebration of this Franciscan Centenary, the Conference of the Franciscan Family asked Pope Francis for the approval of this plenary indulgence. The Apostolic Penitentiary welcomed the request, allowing the faithful to receive this indulgence under the usual conditions.
If you have any questions, please call one of our parish family priests.
St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church is located on 4263 St. Francis Dr. in Hamburg, NY.
Based on the bulletin of December 10, 2023.
