We should develop the good habit of gaining indulgences. Holy Church provides many opportunities to gain these spiritual gifts from the treasure of the merits of Christ and the saints.

Keep in mind that in addition to the work to be performed, you should rouse in yourself a true sense of sorrow for and detachment from any sins. Be sure you will have made a good confession and received Communion within about 20 days.

Today, 31 December, you can gain a plenary indulgence by reciting the Te Deum. A plenary indulgence is gained for reciting the Te Deum on the last day of the year. On other days of the year, the indulgence is partial. You can recite it in Latin or the vernacular.

Tomorrow, 1 January, you can gain a plenary indulgence by reciting the prayer Veni, Creator Spiritus. On other days, the indulgence is partial.

Easy, no?

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For the Te Deum, click HERE

For the Veni Creator click HERE

Indulgences! A spiritual work of mercy for others and good for your own soul too.