Jubilee Year 2025
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---JOIN US FOR A PILGRIMAGE TRIP IN THE FALL OF 2025 ---
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St Kateri is planning a pilgrimage, in honor of our Jubilee, to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in the Fall of 2025. Details will be posted here when they are available.
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On Christmas Eve of 2024, Pope Francis opened the doors of St. Peter's Basilica and ushered in the Jubilee Year of 2025, Pilgrims of Hope.
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The Jubilee of the Catholic Church: Pilgrims of Hope centers on the profound theme of faith as a journey, guided by the hope found in Christ. The Jubilee Year invites all Catholics to embark on a spiritual pilgrimage, seeking renewal and a deeper communion with God. Rooted in trust, the theme encourages the faithful to become beacons of hope for others, reflecting the words of St. Paul in Romans 15, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”As pilgrims of hope, Catholics are called to navigate life’s challenges with faith, extending God’s love through acts of mercy and compassion. Through prayer, reflection, and service, the Jubilee serves as a reminder of God’s enduring presence, inspiring all to live out their faith with joy and to share that hope with the world.
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The tradition of the Jubilee originates in the Old Testament when God commanded the Israelites to observe a sacred year. It was a time of rest for the land, freedom for slaves, and the restoration of property, symbolizing a renewal in God’s mercy.
In the Catholic Church, Jubilee years occur every twenty-five years as Ordinary Jubilees, offering a time of grace, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal. The last Ordinary Jubilee was celebrated in 2000, marking two thousand years since the birth of Christ. Occasionally, a pope may declare an Extraordinary Jubilee to highlight a specific theme or need, such as Pope Francis’ Jubilee of Mercy in 2015.
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Symbolism in the Jubilee Logo
- We Embrace Solidarity – The four figures symbolize humanity from the four corners of earth. They embrace to show unity, brotherhood, and the connection between all peoples.
- The Cross is Central– The leading figure holds onto the cross, signifying faith that embraces and the enduring presence of hope.
- Rough Waves Beneath – The waves under the figures indicate that life’s journey is not always smooth, reflecting the challenges and uncertainties of the world.
- The Anchor of Hope – The lower part of the cross transforms into an anchor, a well-known symbol of hope, especially in maritime tradition, where it stabilizes vessels during storms.
- A Communal Pilgrimage – The image emphasizes that the journey of faith is not an individual one but a shared experience of growing together toward the cross.
- The Cross in Motion – The cross is dynamic, reaching toward humanity, symbolizing Christ’s active presence and unwavering support.
- The Jubilee Motto – The phrase Pelegrinantes in Spem (Pilgrims in Hope) is prominently displayed in green, reinforcing the theme of the Jubilee Year 2025.
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