acts of mercy

Held every 25 years since 1470, a holy year or jubilee is a time of pilgrimage, prayer, repentance and acts of mercy, based on the Old Testament tradition of a jubilee year of rest, forgiveness and renewal.

The words “pilgrims” and “hope” represent key themes of Pope Francis’ pontificate.

A holy year or jubilee is a time of pilgrimage, prayer, repentance and acts of mercy.

As we settle into a new year already shadowed by political tensions, I’m focusing on the acts of kindness playing out in my midst.