Pope Benedict XVI has named July 2008-June 2009 the Year of St. Paul, honoring the 2,000th anniversary of of the birth of the early Apostle who traveled widely, evangelizing all in Christ. To celebrate this year, the faithful of the Archdiocese of Washington are invited to go on pilgrimage to any or all of the 17 designated pilgrimage churches, where they can receive a plenary indulgence (see the prayers link below), and to learn more about St. Paul and how to live his message of Christian hope in our lives today.

Visit a pilgrimage church (PDF file)
Use these prayers while on pilgrimage (PDF file)
Post this flyer in your parish or school (PDF file)

Learn more about St. Paul with these Living the Year of St. Paul materials for youth groups, RCIA, young adults, families, parish leaders and more. These sessions are ready-made for prayer, reflection and action on some of the most pertinent issues Pope Benedict XVI addressed during his apostolic visit to the United States in April 2008.

"One who has hope lives differently" - Pope Benedict XVI, Spe salvi
Learn more about this document with the study guide prepared for Pope Benedict XVI's visit to the United States in 2008.