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On December 28, 2025, the closing Mass of the Holy Year was solemnly held at the Catholic Chofu Church. The Mass was concelebrated by Father Angel, the parish priest, and Father Rapp, the seminary director. It was a great joy for us, who have fulfilled our mission as a pilgrimage church, that the Chofu Church community and the seminary were able to celebrate this day together as one. ■ Messages from the two priests Two priests spoke at the Mass. In his homily, Father Angel used the image of the Holy Family in the Gospel of Matthew to talk about three things we should keep in mind as we go forward. Listen to the small voice in the silence . Accepting each other in a sense of security similar to "family life." Respect all roles, both public and private, behind-the-scenes "work (service)." "Even if new difficulties arise, as long as we unite our hearts, we will be fine." Father Lap's words gave us a powerful encouragement as we took our next step after the Jubilee Year. Father Lap delivered his sermon in Vietnamese. Even though I did not understand the details of the words, his powerful words conveyed the richness of Chofu Church, where people from various cultures come together, and the passion of universal faith. ■ Prayer of Thanksgiving by the Pilgrimage Committee Chairman At the end of the Mass, we shared a prayer of thanksgiving from Pilgrimage Committee Chairman Fujinaga, who has led the service for the past year. [Prayer of Thanksgiving on the Closing of the Holy Year (excerpt)] "...During the year that we have been designated a pilgrimage church, more than 4,000 people have visited Chofu Church, and these visitors have allowed us to discover new things about Chofu Church and meet unexpected people...which has allowed us to deepen our bonds with each other. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude once again for making it possible for us to safely close the Holy Year thanks to the cooperation of so many people, not only the work of our pilgrimage volunteers, but also the provision of hot meals, daily reception in the heat and cold, cleaning, record keeping, and supporting pilgrims behind the scenes. Building on the blessings of this past year, we would like to take another new step forward so that the church can be a beacon of hope." The full text is here. ↓ ■ Kamishibai "The Fir Trees": The seeds of synodality After the Mass, volunteers performed a picture-story show called "Fir Trees." It tells the story of a lone tree that tries to stand alone in a storm and falls, and the trees in the valley that are packed together but support each other and weather the storm. This story, which depicts the importance of living together while supporting each other, is the very theme of "walking together (synodality)" that the Chofu Church community will be cultivating from next year. We have renewed our determination to become such a strong community that can turn even storms into blessings from heaven. ■ Resonating prayers and singing: Shared emotions The afterglow of the closing Mass spread to the evening Rosary gathering via Zoom. A person from another church who attended the closing Mass at Chofu Church shared a moving story: "Everyone in the church came together as one, each singing and praying with gratitude for their own Jubilee. The beautiful reverberation of the song gave me a deep sense of unity." It was a moment when people were united in one prayer, transcending the walls of their churches. ■ Instead of concluding The Holy Year has come to an end, but our pilgrimage continues. May God's abundant blessings be upon Mr. Fujinaga, the Pilgrimage Committee Chair, all the volunteers who have supported us this past year, and all those who have visited Chofu Church. We will continue to walk together as "pilgrims of hope."

In celebration of the Nativity of the Lord, we will be holding Christmas and New Year's Masses as follows. Please join us. ◆ Wednesday, December 24th: Midnight Mass of the Nativity of the Lord 4:00 PM Mass with Children 7pm 8:30pm (mainly Vietnamese) 24 hours * There will be no 9:30 a.m. mass on this day. ◆ December 25th (Thursday) Nativity of the Lord 8:00 AM Early Morning Mass of the Nativity of the Lord 10:30 a.m. Nativity Day Mass * There will be no 8:00 PM mass on this day. ◆ Mass of Thanksgiving on Wednesday, December 31st 10:30 ◆ January 1st (Thursday) Mass for the Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God 0 o'clock 8 o'clock 10:30 ◆ First Friday Mass on January 2nd (Friday) 10:30 * There will be no 9:30 a.m. mass on this day. If you have any questions, please contact the church. May we welcome the birth of our Lord and the new year together with you in gratitude and joy.

How do you spend your Saturday nights? At Chofu Catholic Church, we hold Eucharistic Adoration from 6:15 PM every Saturday prior to Mass at 7 PM. Our parish priest, Father Angel, has given us this opportunity because he wants us to not lose sight of the very presence of Jesus, who is present in our daily lives of faith, by placing too much importance on the prayers at Mass. He wants us to feel Jesus in our hearts and to be with him always. At 6:15pm, as dusk approached, the calming light of the cathedral filled the air. The time spent facing the Eucharist in this reversible space is truly a blissful time in which you can have a deep conversation with Jesus. By escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life and facing your own heart, you will surely be able to regain your true self before Jesus . During the Eucharistic Adoration , we will sing the prayer song "The Lord Lives Now" without organ accompaniment. We are sure that the warm singing of "The Lord Lives Now, He is in my Heart" will resonate in the clear air and touch your hearts. Welcoming Jesus into your heart during Eucharistic Adoration and feeling his presence deeply before attending Mass will surely enrich your faith. There are not many opportunities to feel this calm and centered in God in the heart of the city, and I hope to share this blessed time with as many people as possible. We look forward to seeing you at the Catholic Chofu Church Chapel every Saturday from 6:15 PM. Please come and experience this special, sacred moment .

日本のドン・ボスコ 尊者チマッティ神父を聖者の列へ 祈りのカードをダウンロード ニュース＆レポート 2026年2月8日 調布教会ホームページでチマッティ神父の列福列聖運動のページを開設いたしました 2026年2月ⅹ日 新しい冊子「チマッティ神父を福者へ」が完成しました 尊者チマッティ神父について 「愛されることより、愛することを」 調布の地で、音楽と微笑みをもってキリストの愛を証ししたチマッティ神父様。1991年に「尊者」として認められた神父様を、「福者」として聖者の列に迎えるため、私たちは今、神父様の取次ぎによる「恵みの証言」を必要としています。 列福運動とは 列福への道のり: 「尊者」であるチマッティ神父様が「福者」となるためには、神父様の取次ぎによる奇跡的な恵みがバチカンによって公式に認められる必要があります。 私たちの使命: 世界中の人々と共に神父様の聖徳を称え、祈りを合わせることで、神父様の列福を願う「崇敬の輪」を広げていくことです。 列福への歩み 列福への歩み 尊者チマッティ神父 列福への歩み いつも心に神父様の微笑みを 神父様の生涯と、列福に向けた教会の歩みを一冊にまとめた特別冊子です。パソコンやスマートフォンでいつでもご覧いただけるほか、印刷して保存することも可能です。 PDF冊子をダウンロード ※現在制作中につき、もうしばらくお待ちください。 尊者チマッティ神父 列福への歩み 恵みの報告と奇跡の収集 列福の審査において最も重要なのは、神父様のお取次ぎによっていただいた「癒やし」や「助け」の記録です。 報告のお願い： 「病気が快方に向かった」「困難な状況で不思議な助けがあった」など、皆様が体験された恵みをぜひお寄せください。これらは一つひとつが列福への貴重な資料となります。 報告フォームはこちら 「祈りのカード」をあなたのお手元に 尊者チマッティ神父様の列福を願う祈りのカードです。日々の祈りの中で神父様と共に歩む時間をお持ちください。 祈りのカードをダウンロード 音楽と霊性：神へ捧げる調べ 「私の音楽が、少しでも皆様の心の平安となりますように」。そう願って数多くの名曲を遺されたチマッティ神父様。音楽を通じて神と対話し、人々の魂を慰めた神父様の豊かな霊性の世界を分かち合います。 音楽を聴く 商品を見る 音楽と霊性 チマッティ神父様の音楽と霊性 1 Ave Maria 信徒から喜びのことばです！ 「チマッティ神父様のアベマリアと出会うことが出来た！シューベルト・グノー・カッチーニのどのアベマリアより好きです。」 mousukosi01mayu 調布教会聖歌隊による合唱 00:00 / 00:02 2 うちの子ねこ チマッティ神父様の音楽の中でも、特に世代を超えて愛されているのがこの曲です。子ねこの愛くるしい仕草を描写した軽やかなメロディには、すべての命を慈しむ神父様の優しい心が溢れています。聴くたびに心がふわりと温かくなる、神父様からの「笑顔の贈り物」を受け取ってください。 Ave Maria 調布教会聖歌隊による合唱 00:00 / 01:04 3 父ドン・ボスコの家 サレジオ会の創立者であり、チマッティ神父様が終生「父」と仰いだ聖人です。「青少年を愛するだけでは足りない。彼らが愛されていると実感できるように愛しなさい」というドン・ボスコの精神は、チマッティ神父様を通じて日本に根付き、今も私たちの心に息づいています Ave Maria 調布教会聖歌隊による合唱 00:00 / 01:04 チマッティ神父様の楽曲は随時追加していきます。 恵みの報告 記入のアドバイス： 「こんな小さなことでもいいのかしら？」と迷われる必要はありません。「心が軽くなった」「偶然とは思えない助けがあった」といった日々の小さな恵みも、神父様が今も私たちと共にいてくださる大切な証しです。ありのままの言葉でお寄せください。 お名前（氏名） 所属教会 ふりがな メールアドレス コード 電話 報告内容 件名 いつ頃のできごとですか？ どのようなお取次ぎを願いましたか？ いただいた「恵み」の詳細 裏付けとなる資料はありますか？（複数選択可） 医師の診断書・検査結果 当時の日記や手紙 写真 第三者の証言（家族や友人など） 特になし 資料の添付 ファイルをアップロード ファイル（最大15MB） 公開・掲載の確認 内容の公開について * 実名で公開してよい 匿名（イニシャル等）なら公開してよい 公開せず、資料としてのみ活用してほしい 教会事務局からの連絡 * 詳細を聞きたい場合に連絡してもよい 連絡は控えてほしい 送信 有難うございました！お寄せいただいた証言は大切にいたします。 【お取次ぎによる恵みの報告に関する規約】 目的: 本フォームは、尊者ヴィンチェンツォ・チマッティ神父へのお取次ぎによっていただいた恵みの証言を収集し、列福調査の資料として活用することを目的としています。 情報の管理: ご提供いただいた個人情報は、カトリック調布教会およびサレジオ会チマッティ資料館にて厳重に管理し、列福運動の推進目的以外には使用いたしません。 公開について: 証言内容をホームページや冊子に掲載する場合は、必ず事前にご本人の同意をいただき、プライバシー（氏名の匿名化等）に配慮いたします。 資料の提供: 審査の過程で、事務局より詳細の確認や資料（診断書等）の提供をお願いする場合がございます。 恵みのフォーム

Our Chofu Church Our Chofu Church We are empowered by our unwavering trust in the teachings of the Lord, and wherever we come together under the Holy Spirit, unity and harmony will come. Please join us at Chofu Church and experience the power of the Lord together in your daily life. Our church doors are open to everyone. Please feel free to come to church even if it is your first time. A church that inherits the spirit of the pioneer Father Cimatti The Salesian Sisters are a religious order of the Catholic Church. Its founder was Don Bosco, an Italian priest active in the 19th century, who devoted himself to educating poor young people in particular, based on his conviction that "all young people can be saved." The Salesian Order has inherited Don Bosco's educational philosophy and is engaged in educational activities that maximize the potential of each and every young person. The pastoral care of Chofu Church is entrusted to this Salesian Order. History of Chofu Church Chofu Church was founded in 1950 when the Salesian Seminary was opened at its current location. As the purpose of the Order is the education of young people, a youth center was also established at the same time, and some of the children who gathered there and their parents were baptized. At the time, this small community began as a branch church of Kitami Church. In 1967, the Salesian Order was entrusted by the Tokyo Diocese and separated from Kitami Church, and Chofu Church was born as a parish. Supporting Youth Education In addition to the church, the premises include the Don Bosco Hall, a baseball and soccer field, the Cimatti Memorial Church, and the Cimatti Museum. Due to the above objectives and history, Chofu Church is actively involved in supporting youth education. Together with Salesian priests and seminarians, we run a Sunday school, the largest event of which is a summer camp, and also support a bazaar run by the parishioners. We continue our activities, encouraged by the words of a Korean priest introduced by Sono Ayako: "The wonderful joy of helping others should not be kept to yourself. Let's ask for help, little by little, from many people." A church that inherits the spirit of the pioneer Father Cimatti Father Vincentio Cimatti, a pioneer of Salesian missionary activities in Japan, came to Japan in 1926 at the age of 46. He guided many Japanese people through his innate kindness, musical talent, publishing work, and training of Japanese priests. During World War II, he faced the trial of losing many young Japanese seminarians and monks whom he had trained for 10 years on the battlefield, and he shed tears for each and every one of them. Led by Father Cimatti, the Salesian mission after the war placed the salvation of children first, and established schools to accommodate war orphans, as well as junior and senior high schools, trained new Japanese priests, and revived the publishing work, putting its activities back on track. The current activities of the Salesian Congregation and the five churches in the Tokyo Diocese, including Chofu Church, are an extension of this. Father passed away in 1965 at the age of 86. He was called to God after a noble life. In 1991, his virtues were recognized and he was given the title of Venerable by the Holy See. His body is placed in the basement of the Cimatti Memorial Church and is open to the public. You can also visit the archives to remember his virtues. The members of Chofu Church are inspired by the joy of having such a role model on the same premises and continue to work hard in their faith and missionary work, following in their footsteps. Salesio 100th Anniversary Commemorative Page A church that inherits the spirit of the pioneer Father Cimatti Father Vincentio Cimatti, a pioneer of Salesian missionary activities in Japan, came to Japan in 1926 at the age of 46. He guided many Japanese people through his innate kindness, musical talent, publishing work, and training of Japanese priests. During World War II, he faced the trial of losing many young Japanese seminarians and monks whom he had trained for 10 years on the battlefield, and he shed tears for each and every one of them. Led by Father Cimatti, the Salesian mission after the war placed the salvation of children first, and established schools to accommodate war orphans, as well as junior and senior high schools, trained new Japanese priests, and revived the publishing work, putting its activities back on track. The current activities of the Salesian Congregation and the five churches in the Tokyo Diocese, including Chofu Church, are an extension of this. Father passed away in 1965 at the age of 86. He was called to God after a noble life. In 1991, his virtues were recognized and he was given the title of Venerable by the Holy See. His body is placed in the basement of the Cimatti Memorial Church and is open to the public. You can also visit the archives to remember his virtues. The members of Chofu Church are inspired by the joy of having such a role model on the same premises and continue to work hard in their faith and missionary work, following in their footsteps. Chimachi Museum In addition to the church, the premises include the Don Bosco Hall, a baseball and soccer field, the Cimatti Memorial Church, and the Cimatti Museum. Due to the above objectives and history, Chofu Church is actively involved in supporting youth education. Together with Salesian priests and seminarians, we run a Sunday school, the largest event of which is a summer camp, and also support a bazaar run by the parishioners. We continue our activities, encouraged by the words of a Korean priest introduced by Sono Ayako: "The wonderful joy of helping others should not be kept to yourself. Let's ask for help, little by little, from many people." Chimatchi Museum Our Father Our Father Chief Priest of Chofu Church Father Hitoshi Yamanouchi / Baptismal name: Angel メッセージ プロファイル Born in Japan, he moved to Argentina with his family when he was seven years old. He became a Salesian in Argentina, was ordained as a priest in 1987, and returned to Japan at the end of 1993. Since returning to Japan, he has served as pastor at Himonya Church, Saginuma Church (now Tsuzuki Church), Hamamatsu Church, Tatebayashi Church in the Saitama Diocese, and Honjo Church, and has been the parish priest of Chofu Church since April 1, 2024. Many things have changed dramatically, such as changing from a small community to a larger one, the language of mass and prayer, and changing from a pastoral ministry that mainly dealt with foreign parishioners to one that now deals with Japanese parishioners, especially young parishioners. Here in Chofu, we are beginning to feel the wind of the Holy Spirit through various charisms. I entrust myself to the project that God is trying to carry out here, and I ask for the intercession of the Virgin Mary so that I may walk together with all of you who come to Chofu Church, especially the young people and the various foreign nationals. Motto: "Use me" Mother Teresa Favorite Scripture: "My peace I give to you" John 14:27 Ordained: December 19, 1987 Birthplace: Saiki City, Oita Prefecture (moved to Argentina at age 7) Rector of Salesian Seminary Father Haruyama Rapp / Baptismal name: Michael メッセージ プロファイル He came to Japan as a boat person from Vietnam in 1983. He was ordained as a Salesian priest and pastored at Tetela Church in the Solomon Islands. He returned to Japan and is currently working to develop young members. Motto: Freedom I am a happy person. Now I can interact with young people of foreign nationality and young members. I am also happy to have members to work with. It is fun to dream with the people I am involved with in my free time. (Maybe I am just imagining things! lol) Favorite scripture: "You give them something to eat" (Mark 6) FYI Ordained: 1996 Birthplace: Vietnam Director of the Cimatti Museum Father Giovanni Marsilio / Baptismal name: John the Apostle メッセージ プロファイル When I came to Japan, Father Cimatti welcomed me in Chofu. Four years later, I saw him off to heaven in Chofu. After that, I was assigned to places around the country, including Beppu, Miyazaki Hinata Gakuin, Shimoigusa, and Yotsuya, and I also spent three years at the Vatican. In 2019, I was appointed director of the Cimatti Museum, and since then I have felt even closer to Father Cimatti. I have taught catechesis wherever I have been assigned. I am still working hard to hold study sessions. Please come and join us. On the 6th of every month, we hold a mass in hopes of Father Cimatti's intercession, so please attend this too. We also ask for your prayers and campaigns for Father Cimatti's beatification. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.v-cimatti.com/ Motto: "Know yourself and conquer yourself" (Father Cimatti) Favorite Scripture: "Please, I want to see Jesus" John 12-21 Ordained in 1968 (born in 1941, came to Japan in 1961) Birthplace: Milan, Italy Vice Rector of Salesian Seminary Father Shoichiro Nakata / Baptismal name: Joseph メッセージ プロファイル ...In preparation... Ordination Year: 19xx Birthplace: xxxx Catholic missionaries and the Japanese authority on the study of the Holy Shroud Father Gaetano Compri / Baptismal name: Gaetano メッセージ プロファイル I've been living in Japan for 70 years now! I have been involved in the field of education for many years, including as the principal of Salesio Junior and Senior High School. I have compiled what I have learned there into books on human studies, as well as catechesis, a biography of Father Cimatti, and a book on the Shroud of Turin. Even now at the age of 95, he continues to hold various study sessions and also posts on YouTube. I don't know how long I can continue, but if it is God's will, I would like to respond. Please pray for me that I can do so. YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@gaetanocompri7973 Ordained in March 1958 (born in 1930, arrived in Japan in 1955) Birthplace: Verona, Italy Salesian Seminary Father Antonio Takei / Baptismal name: Antonio of Padua メッセージ プロファイル ...In preparation... Ordination Year: 19xx Birthplace: xxxx Salesian Polytechnic Chaplain (Religious Head) Father Daisuke Kitagawa / Baptismal name: Joseph メッセージ プロファイル ...In preparation... Ordination Year: 19xx Birthplace: xxxx Salesian Seminary Brother Monk Naokatsu Takeshita / Baptismal name: Joseph メッセージ プロファイル ...In preparation... Lifetime Vows: 19xx Birthplace: xxxx Chofu Church's sanctuary (bell) Chofu Church's sanctuary (bell) A modern church in Chofu, with a sophisticated form and texture The multi-layered roofs and spires stretching towards the sky are a symbol of religious faith. Natural light pours in through the windows, creating a tranquil space that soothes the minds of all visitors. Chofu Church Map / gallery want to know more··· If you are new to Chofu Church, please click here. Maybe you'll understand a little more. Read More

Jubilee Year "No confidence", "Hope Does Not Deceive" (Romans 5:5) (Year of yobel, jubilee, joy) What is a Jubilee? The term "jubilee" has two roots: "yobiel" (Hebrew), referring to the ram's horn used to announce a special year, and "jubilum" (Latin), the joyous cry of shepherds. The Jewish Jubilee has its background in Leviticus 25, which refers to the Hebrew Sabbath year that came every 50 years, when the land was at rest, debts were forgiven, and slaves were freed. Catholic jubilees have also been celebrated every 50 years, but in 1475 Pope Paul II ordained that they be celebrated every 25 years so that all generations could receive the grace of plenary indulgence. Youth Pilgrimage Church Catholic Chofu Church Youth Pilgrimage Church Pope Francis has announced that 2025 will be a Holy Year. In his Bull called "Hope Does Not Deceive," he designated 2025 as a Holy Year and invites us to celebrate it with the theme "Pilgrims of Hope." Chofu Church has been designated as a pilgrimage church (especially for young people) by the Tokyo Diocese. Holy Year 2025 – Pilgrims of Hope https://www.cbcj.catholic.jp/catholic/holyyear/jubilee2025/ A Jubilee is a special celebration that the Church observes at least once every 25 years. It is a year of pilgrimage, focusing on the spiritual life, It is a year in which we go to confession, celebrate special masses, and turn to God in thanksgiving and repentance. The Holy Year will begin on December 24, 2024, with the opening of the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican. The Ordinary Jubilee will conclude with the closure of the door on the Feast of Epiphany on January 6, 2026. Chofu Church will start as a pilgrimage church (especially for young people) on December 29, 2024. The Jubilee Year is an opportunity to receive hope from God's grace and to be strengthened in our journey toward God. We are called to be a source of hope to many in times of difficulty. In order to share this blessing with many people, Chofu Church encourages people to interact with the relics in the church. We are preparing a pilgrimage course for you to experience the presence of God. Pilgrimage route information Click to enlarge Chofu Catholic Church The parish, whose patron saint is St. John Bosco, was approved in 1967. The current church was built in 2008 and is located on the grounds of the Salesian Seminary. The Cimatti Hall (parish hall), which can be used for various events such as concerts, is also located next door. Cathedral (outside) The chapel of Chofu Church was designed based on the motif of the tabernacle where Moses met with God, and is a sacred place. Tabernacle of Meeting (Exodus 33:7-23) "And when Moses entered the tabernacle, the pillar of cloud descended and stood at the door of the tabernacle, and the Lord talked with Moses. And when all the people saw the pillar of cloud standing at the door of the tabernacle, they rose up and worshiped, every man at the door of his tent. And the Lord spoke to Moses face to face, as a man speaks with his friend." Cathedral (inside) Inside the church, all the seats are arranged to face the altar and the cross of Jesus. There are also 12 small stained glass windows on both sides of the church, which represent the 12 apostles watching over the church. Salesian Seminary Church At the entrance, there is a replica of the painting "Father Kibe and the 187 Martyrs" by Ando Maki. At the front of the church is the bronze statue of Jesus on the cross by Munehiro Ikeda. The reading stand and altar are inscribed in seal script with the words "Faith, Hope, and Love," which are the basic principles of Christian life. Vincenzo Cimatti Born in Faenza, Italy, he came to Japan in 1926 as a missionary for the Salesian Order, which focuses on the training of young people. He devoted himself to music and prayer, as well as to establishing churches, schools and orphanages, and did his utmost to evangelize Japan, before passing away in 1965. In 1991, the Church declared him "Venerable," acknowledging that he lived a heroic life of the virtues of "faith, hope and charity." Father Cimatti's body is enshrined in the Seminary Memorial Chapel. When an autopsy was performed 12 years after his death, it was confirmed that his body had not decayed and that his skin was still elastic, and he is still placed in a sarcophagus in the Memorial Chapel. Cimatti Museum This museum was built in 1983 on the grounds of the Salesio Seminary to commemorate the virtues of Father Cimatti and to preserve and study his materials. On the first floor is a music archive with a collection of over 950 pieces composed by his master. Halfway up the stairs are photographs from his time in Italy, and on the second floor are many exhibits, including his research and collections as a doctor of natural sciences, his maestro diplomas on music theory, harmony, and other drafts and handwritten notes on all areas of music, as well as 6,300 letters collected to date, and an introduction to his missionary life in Japan. Father Chiara's grave The gravestone that stands quietly in front of the museum is that of Father Giuseppe Chiara, who was the model for Rodrigo, the protagonist of Shusaku Endo's "Silence." In the 17th century, there was a "Kirishima House" near Myogadani Station in Bunkyo Ward, where ten missionary priests who renounced their faith in 1643 were interred. Father Chiara died of illness in 1685 and was buried at Koishikawa Muryoin Temple, but in 1943 Father Tassinari of the Salesian Society discovered the gravestone and moved it to Chofu Theological Seminary. It is currently designated as a cultural property of Chofu City. Replica of the Shroud According to the Bible, Jesus' body was wrapped in "linen, sindum, and shroud." The shroud, which is said to have been preserved, is in Turin, northern Italy, and a replica is on display at the Cathedral in Chofu (only at Chofu Church in Japan). The shroud bears the same bloodstains as Jesus', including the crucifixion, scourging, crown of thorns, nail marks, and piercing wounds to the chest, and records the suffering and resurrection of Jesus. Holy Shroud Website ( https://sindon-jp.com/ ) Plenary Indemnity Plenary Indemnity A plenary indulgence is a complete remission of the punishment that one would have received as an apology for a sin that has been committed, by God's mercy and grace. Parents may try to punish their children severely for the sake of their education, as they want to raise them to be considerate people because of their selfish behavior. By making them suffer a little, they make them realize the seriousness of what they have done. However, as soon as the child realizes his or her own fault, reflects on it, and apologises, the parents immediately waive the punishment and embrace the child lovingly, praising him or her for being honest. When we commit a sin, we hurt and sadden God and our neighbors by behaving selfishly. We also forget God's mercy and distance ourselves from him. However, when we sincerely regret the sin we have committed, receive the sacrament of penance, and resolve to move forward as new people, the Church can, on God's behalf, absolve us from making the reparation we should have made, that is, from accepting punishment as a sign of our apology. This is what is called "indulgence." God is pleased with and fully accepts our "sincere and honest attitude of remorse" and our "positive determination to deepen our love." This historical form, which God is full of love for human beings and which we are not aware of, is called "penal indulgence." In sending us his Son, Christ, God makes us realize his call to mercy. Christ has forgiven us, freed us from our sins, and redeemed us. In gratitude for this fact, the Church gives Christians public encouragement in the form of "indulgences," or "freedom of reparation," so that they too may love, support, and show solidarity with one another. Conditions for Obtaining Plenary Indemnity Moved by a spirit of charity, before and after carrying out the works (A, B, C) prescribed by the Church for a Plenary Indulgence , three fundamental conditions must be fulfilled: Three basic conditions (01-03) 01 Receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation Before receiving a plenary indulgence, one must receive the sacrament of reconciliation (confession). 02 Receiving Holy Communion After receiving the sacrament of reconciliation, you must receive Holy Communion. 03 Praying for the Pope's wishes We need to pray a special prayer that the Pope intends. Lord's Prayer Hail Mary Prayer Glory Singing (Praise of the Most Holy Trinity) Declaration of Faith Works established by the Church for the Jubilee Year 2025 (A, B, C) At least one of the following A, B, or C moves must be met. A Pilgrimage to the places designated for the Jubilee In the Archdiocese of Tokyo, a condition for a plenary indulgence is to visit the Cathedral and three other pilgrimage churches. During the Holy Year, Chofu Church will be accepting pilgrims as a pilgrimage church designated by the Archdiocese of Tokyo. B Making reverent visits to other holy places At the Salesian Seminary, you can find the Cimatti Memorial Church (his grave) and other places. C Doing works of mercy and redemption Whatever you did for one of the least of these my brethren, you did it for me. Matthew 25:40 Schedule and Application Pilgrimage course schedule and application method 1. Supervising priest: Father Yamanouchi 2. Schedule: 1st Saturday, January 18, 2025 Reception opens at 9:30, 10:00-16:00, 50 people (estimated) Application period: 2024.12.8-12.29 2nd Saturday, February 15, 2025 Reception opens at 9:30, 10:00-16:00, 50 people (estimated) Application period: January 19th to February 9th, 2025 3rd March 15, 2025 (Sat) Reception opens at 9:30, 10:00-16:00, 50 people (estimated) Application period: February 16th to March 9th, 2025 4th April 5, 2025 (Sat) Reception opens at 9:30, 10:00-16:00, 50 people (estimated) Application period: March 16th to March 30th, 2025 4th April 5, 2025 (Sat) Reception opens at 9:30, 10:00-16:00, 50 people (estimated) Application period: March 16th to March 30th, 2025 4th April 5, 2025 (Sat) Reception opens at 9:30, 10:00-16:00, 50 people (estimated) Application period: March 16th to March 30th, 2025 4th April 5, 2025 (Sat) Reception opens at 9:30, 10:00-16:00, 50 people (estimated) Application period: March 16th to March 30th, 2025 4th April 5, 2025 (Sat) Reception opens at 9:30, 10:00-16:00, 50 people (estimated) Application period: March 16th to March 30th, 2025 For the 5th event, we have adjusted the time slot based on the pilgrimage times for students of Salesian International School Meguro Seibi Elementary School and Seibi Elementary School, so that general pilgrims can make their pilgrimage without overlapping with the student pilgrimages. For this reason, we will be accepting applications from the general public for the 5th event as well, so we hope you will apply. For the 5th event, we have adjusted the time slot based on the pilgrimage times for students of Salesian International School Meguro Seibi Elementary School and Seibi Elementary School, so that general pilgrims can make their pilgrimage without overlapping with the student pilgrimages. For this reason, we will be accepting applications from the general public for the 5th event as well, so we hope you will apply. For the 5th event, we have adjusted the time slot based on the pilgrimage times for students of Salesian International School Meguro Seibi Elementary School and Seibi Elementary School, so that general pilgrims can make their pilgrimage without overlapping with the student pilgrimages. For this reason, we will be accepting applications from the general public for the 5th event as well, so we hope you will apply. 4. Participation fee: Free. However, please bring your own lunch. 5. How to apply: ※Please fill in the attached PDF application form Please fill it out and submit it to the church office. (Currently, we are only accepting applications for the first session) *You can also apply online here. 3. Contents (pilgrimage menu): Spiritual concept of the pilgrimage menu 9:30-10:00 Registration begins at the Seminary Cathedral Distribution of pamphlets for plenary indulgence 10:00-11:00 After a short preparation, the Sacrament of Reconciliation Meditation in the seminary chapel after the sacrament of reconciliation * Priest in charge of the Sacrament of Reconciliation (tentative): Father Yamanouchi, Father Marsilio, Father Compri, Father Rapp, Father Nakata 11:00-11:30 Cimatti Museum 11:30-12:00 Cimatti Memorial Church (Tomb) 12:00-12:30 Holy Shroud @ Seminary Room 112 12:30-13:30 Lunch (brought by each person) @Cimatty Hall After lunch, explanation of the plenary indulgence 13:30-14:30 Sharing (conversation in the spirit) Preparation for Plenary Indulgence (Write down each person's "gratitude, wishes, and promises" in the pamphlet) 14:45-16:00 Mass *It is also possible to attend only the Mass . Please fill out your "Thanks, Requests, and Promises" in the Chofu Church original pamphlet that will be given to you in advance and bring it with you. It will be dedicated at the Mass, and after the Mass, a plenary indulgence stamp will be stamped on it and it will be returned to you as a record of your prayers and pilgrimage. 6. Contact: Chofu Church Office TEL 042-482-3937 email: sdbchofuchurch@donboscojp.org Record of the Journey Record of the Journey of the Catholic Chofu Church This record will begin in April 2024 and run through the Holy Year of 2025, the 100th anniversary of the Salesian Society's arrival in Japan. This is a record of the graces that the Catholic Chofu Church community has received as a pilgrimage church from the Lord Jesus Christ and the journey that it has traveled together with the Holy Spirit . Chofu Church Journey Record