In 2022, the second “World Day For Grandparents and the Elderly” will take place on Sunday, July 24. On this day, visit an elderly person who is alone.

Dear grandparents, dear elderly persons, we are called to be artisans of the revolution of tenderness, so that together we can set the world free from the spectre of loneliness and the demon of war.

From Pope Francis’ Message for the Second World Day For Grandparents and the Elderly.

In 2021, Pope Francis established a “World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly”, to take place each year on the fourth Sunday in July. This date was chosen because it is close to the feast day of Sts. Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus.

For a second year in a row, Plenary Indulgence can be gained by those who participate in the World Day for Grandparents and Elderly. Download the flyer (links are to the Diocese of Fargo website):

2022 Indulgence
Flyer (in color) 2022 Indulgence
Flyer (Black & White)

For additional resources, visit the Diocese of Fargo World Day For Grandparents and the Elderly page.