Divine Mercy Sunday

Divine Mercy Sunday

A Plenary Indulgence can be obtained

Divine Mercy Devotions in St. Joseph’s Church, Boyle on Sunday April 27th .

Starting with Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions from 2p.m. to 3p.m.

Mass at 3p.m., with Veneration of Divine Mercy picture after Mass.

All are welcome.

On Divine Mercy Sunday, a plenary indulgence is granted to those who fulfill specific conditions with a spirit of detachment from sin.

These conditions include attending a Divine Mercy celebration, receiving sacramental confession, and praying for the Pope’s intentions.

This indulgence can be offered for oneself or for the souls in purgatory.

Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

Conditions for a Plenary Indulgence on Divine Mercy Sunday:

Go to a church:

Participate in the Divine Mercy celebration, which involves prayers and devotions in honour of Divine Mercy.

Receive sacramental confession: This can be done within 20 days before or after Divine Mercy Sunday.

Receive Holy Communion: Ideally, this should be received on Divine Mercy Sunday or within the preceding days.

Pray for the Pope’s intentions: Pray a prayer specified by the Pope for his intentions.

Devout prayers: Recite the Our Father and the Creed before an image of Jesus.