Dear Esteemed Leaders of the Laity and Apostolic Groups,
Warm greetings in the name of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
We bring to your attention a most joyful and spiritually enriching event—the National Celebration of the Jubilee of Hope, organized by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN).
📅 Date: Friday, 19th – Sunday, 21st September, 2025
📍 Venue: International Sanctuary of Jesus the Saviour and Mother Mary, Elele, Rivers State (Port Harcourt Diocese)
This Jubilee celebration is a sacred opportunity to journey together as Pilgrims of Hope, rejoicing in God’s mercy and deepening our encounter with Christ through:
The Holy Rosary
Solemn Holy Mass
Eucharistic Benediction
Deep Spiritual Talks
The Way of the Cross
Sacramental Confessions
We kindly call on all Leaders of Laity, CMO, CWO, Christian Mothers, CYON, YCSN, and other lay apostolic associations to mobilize their members for active participation in this historic and grace-filled celebration.
Let us come together in unity and faith, to rekindle hope and witness to the love of Christ in our nation and Church.
“Come, let us journey together in hope, and encounter the love of Christ!”
For further details, logistics, or group coordination, please contact your Parish or Diocesan Chaplain or Lay Council Office.
