The Jubilee of the Eastern Churches is a moment of profound importance within the context of the Jubilee of Mercy, proclaimed by Pope Francis in 2015. This special event is dedicated to the Eastern churches, which are part of the rich diversity of the Christian heritage.

During the Jubilee of the Eastern Churches, the richness of the liturgical, spiritual, and cultural traditions of the Eastern churches is celebrated and valued. This includes participation in Eastern liturgies, sharing of prayers and specific spiritual practices, as well as promoting dialogue and fraternity among the various ecclesiastical traditions.

This event offers the Eastern churches the opportunity to celebrate their identity and share their riches with the Universal Church. It is a moment of mutual recognition and unity in diversity, which testifies to the importance of ecumenism and communion among the various Christian churches.

The Jubilee of the Eastern Churches is also an opportunity to reflect on the challenges and opportunities facing the Eastern churches in the contemporary context. It is a moment of prayer and discernment, during which efforts are made to strengthen Christian witness and promote peace and justice in the Eastern lands.

This event testifies to the Church’s commitment to promoting the unity of Christians and valuing the diversity of ecclesiastical traditions. Through the Jubilee of the Eastern Churches, the Church invites everyone to recognize and celebrate the richness of the Eastern churches and to work together to fulfill Christ’s desire: that all may be one.