MISERICORDIAE VULTUS

Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Year of Mercy. This document, issued by Pope Francis, formally announces the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, which is to run from 8 December 2015 to 20 November 2016. In it, Pope Francis explains significant aspects of the Jubilee the motto, Merciful like the Father, the meaning of pilgrimage, and above all the need for forgiveness. Emphasising the importance of mercy, he urges people to reach out and open their hearts to those living on the outermost fringes of society. Finally, he implores that the Church never tire of extending mercy and be ever patient in offering compassion and