Seven Occasions to Gain an Indulgence by Visiting the Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

What: Plenary indulgences remit all temporal punishment due to sin and must be accompanied by full detachment from sin.

When: 6 Occasions, Annually

FOR MORE: See the Norms for the Granting of the Tile of Minor Basilica (click to follow the link to the USCCB’s website, see Section IV, Item 2).

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, Youngstown, Ohio

Concessions Connected with the Title of Minor Basilica (Occasions to obtain a plenary indulgence, USCCB, 2021)

The faithful who devoutly visit the basilica and within it participate in any sacred rite or at least recite the Lord’s Prayer and the profession of faith may obtain a plenary indulgence under the usual conditions (sacramental confession, Eucharistic Communion, and prayer for the intention of the Supreme Pontiff):

1.) on the anniversary of the dedication of the same basilica.

2.) on the day of the liturgical celebration of the title.

3.) on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles.

4.) on the anniversary of the granting of the title of basilica.

5.) once a year on a day to be determined by the local Ordinary.

6.) once a year on a day freely chosen by the each of the faithful.

7.) (Now Complete) during the Year of Saint Joseph 2021 – click here for complete conditions

From the offices of the Congregation, this ninth day of November 1989, the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica.

Eduardo Card. Martinez
Prefect

+ Lajos Kada
Titular Archbishop of Thibica
Secretary