On 20 September 2025, Rome will host one of the most meaningful events of the Holy Year: the Jubilee of Justice, a day dedicated to all those who work in the field of law and justice.
The meaning of the event
The Jubilee of Justice is not just a religious gathering or a formal celebration. It is a chance to reflect on the deeper value of justice—not only as the application of rules and codes, but as the pursuit of the common good, truth, and hope.
Judges, lawyers, professors, prison workers, and everyone who shoulders the responsibility of ensuring rights and duties are invited to take part in a unique experience of spiritual and professional renewal.
The day’s program
The morning will open with moments of personal prayer and the sacrament of reconciliation, offered in several churches along the Jubilee pilgrimage route.
This will be followed by a reflection dedicated to the role of justice professionals as instruments of hope and guardians of human dignity.
At midday, participants will gather in St. Peter’s Square for an audience with the Holy Father, who will deliver a message not only to those in the legal profession but also to all the faithful, reminding them that justice is an essential dimension of community life.
The afternoon will be marked by the pilgrimage to the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica—a symbolic step that represents moving from the rigidity of law to the fullness of mercy.
The participants
This Jubilee welcomes not only judges and magistrates but also lawyers, clerks, prison staff, law students, and their families. The diversity of participants highlights that justice is not the privilege of a few but a responsibility shared by all.
A universal message
At its core, the Jubilee of Justice carries a simple yet powerful message: justice is more than a rule—it is a relationship. It reflects the image of a God who cares for humanity and who calls each of us to do the same, both in our work and in everyday life.
That is why this Jubilee is not only for those who wear the robe, but for everyone, every time we are asked to choose what is right.