Papal Blessing

A Papal Blessing (Benedizione Apostolica) is an official blessing granted by the Pope on behalf of the Catholic Church. Recipients receive a beautifully printed certificate bearing the Vatican seal.

The occasions for which Papal Blessing Parchments are granted are:

1. Baptism, First Holy Communion, Confirmation (only for a single person)
2. Marriage
3. Priestly Ordination
4. Religious Profession
5. Ordination of Permanent Deacons
6. Anniversary (10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80 years) of Marriage*, Priestly Ordination, Religious Profession
7. Birthday (18, 30, 40, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100–110 years)*