Conclusion of the Jubilee of St. Arethas

The conclusion of the Extraordinary Jubilee of St. Arethas and Companions marks yet another significant milestone for the Church in the Arabian Peninsula. The Holy Year, in commemoration of the 1500th anniversary of the martyrdom of St. Arethas and his Companions, has been a time of spiritual renewal and will culminate in a solemn closing ceremony at Our Lady of Arabia Cathedral in Awali, Bahrain, on October 25, 2024. The celebration will highlight the closing of the Holy Door, followed by a solemn thanksgiving Mass presided over by Bishop Aldo Berardi.

The Church in the Arabian Peninsula expresses deep gratitude to the Holy Father for designating this Extraordinary Jubilee, which has reinvigorated the Church’s missionary spirit and provided an opportunity to reconnect with its ancient Christian roots.

With the presence of the sacred relics of St. Arethas, countless faithful have received blessings, and many were granted the plenary indulgence approved…