Pope Francis to lead Masses for Communications and Armed Forces

Pope Francis will celebrate special Jubilee Masses and liturgies for major feasts, honoring Communications, Armed Forces, Police, and Security Personnel, as per the Vatican's January 8 liturgical agenda.

The Jubilee of the World of Communications will be marked from January 24-26, with the Pope celebrating Mass on January 26, the Third Sunday of Ordinary Time, also known as the Sunday of the Word of God.

On February 9, the Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time, Pope Francis will conclude the Jubilee of the Armed Forces, Police, and Security Personnel with a special Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica.

Other highlights include Second Vespers for the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul on January 25, held at the Papal Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, marking the conclusion of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.

The Pope will also preside at First Vespers for the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord on February 1 in St. Peter’s Basilica.

Calendar of Celebrations: Presided over by the Holy Father, Pope Francis: January 25, 2025: Conversion of Saint Paul the Apostle, Solemnity: Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, 5:30 pm; Celebration of Second Vespers LVIII Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

January 26, 2025: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time: Basilica of Saint Peter, 9:30 am Holy Mass, Sunday of the Word of God, Jubilee of the World of Communications.

February 1, 2025: Presentation of the Lord, feast: Basilica of Saint Peter, 5:00 pm, Celebration of First Vespers.

February 9, 2025: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Saint Peter’s Square, 10:30 am; Holy Mass Jubilee of the Armed Forces, Police, and Security Services