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Pope Leo XIV grants plenary indulgence for 100th World Mission Sunday

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Pope Leo XIV granted a plenary indulgence through the Apostolic Penitentiary to mark the 100th World Mission Sunday on October 18, 2026. The day was originally established by Pope Pius XI in 1926.

To receive the indulgence, the faithful must meet standard conditions, including confession, Holy Communion, and praying for the intentions of the Pope. Additionally, those participating must pray the Rosary with the intention of spreading the Gospel throughout the world.

The theme for this centenary celebration is "One in Christ, united in mission." In a message released on January 25, the Pope called on the Church to follow a missionary path characterized by hearts united in Christ and reconciled communities.

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Pope Leo XIV grants plenary indulgence on 100th World Mission Sunday

Earlier version, Sunday 18 October

Pope Leo XIV grants plenary indulgence for World Mission Sunday

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  1. Oct 18, 4:01 AM Vatican News Deutsch 100. Weltmissionssonntag: Papst gewährt vollkommenen Ablass
  2. Oct 18, 5:31 AM Eparchy of Wrocław-Koszalin Polski СВЯТІШИЙ ОТЕЦЬ ПАПА ЛЕВ XIV – НАДАВ ПОВНУ ІНДУЛЬГЕНЦІЮ З НАГОДИ СОТОГО ВСЕСВІТНЬОГО МІСІЙНОГО ДНЯ.
  3. Oct 18, 10:19 AM Diocese of Sololá–Chimaltenango Español Centenario del DOMUND
  4. Oct 18, 4:05 AM Diocese of Hallam Pope grants plenary indulgence for 100th World Mission Sunday
  5. Oct 18, 5:00 PM Abouna Pope grants plenary indulgence for 100th World Mission Sunday
  6. Oct 18, 11:57 PM Vatican News தமிழ் 100ஆவது உலக மறைபரப்பு ஞாயிறை முன்னிட்டு முழுமையான பலன் பெறும் அருளை வழங்கிய திருத்தந்தை
  7. Oct 19, 2:42 AM Vatican News हिन्दी 100वीं विश्व प्रेरितिक रविवार पर संत पापा का दंडमोचन

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