Embracing Hope: Pope Francis’ Message for the 2025 Jubilee
As the world eagerly anticipates the 2025 Jubilee of Hope, Pope Francis has released his heartfelt prayer intention for the month of December. In The Pope Video, the Holy Father invites Christians to join him in praying for the transformation of each individual into a pilgrim of hope through the upcoming Jubilee.
In his prayer, Pope Francis emphasizes the importance of recognizing the presence of the Risen Christ in our lives, urging believers to become bearers of Christian hope. He acknowledges the challenges and suffering that afflict humanity, underscoring the vital need for hope in these tumultuous times.
Describing hope as a divine gift that brings joy and stability, the Pope implores us to cling to this anchor in the midst of life’s storms. He encourages Christians to allow God to fill their hearts with hope, enabling them to be beacons of hope for others.
As the Church prepares for the Jubilee, Catholics are called to embark on a journey as pilgrims of hope, embodying the theme of the 2025 Holy Year. Pope Francis reminds us that hope, rooted in Christ, never disappoints.
A Message of Resilience Amidst Adversity
In collaboration with the Dicastery for Evangelization, The Pope Video highlights the Pope’s poignant reflection on the fragility of humanity during the Covid-19 pandemic. Amidst global conflicts and challenges, the Church is tasked with nurturing and sharing the flame of hope with the world.
Archbishop Rino Fisichella, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, echoes the Pope’s call for unwavering hope in the face of adversity. Through this video message, Pope Francis aims to communicate a message of hope grounded in God’s unfailing love to all, especially the youth.
Let us heed Pope Francis’ call to become pilgrims of hope, embracing the transformative power of Christian hope as we journey towards the upcoming Jubilee of Hope in 2025.
