The Jubilee Year of 2025 calls for mercy, forgiveness, and renewal—transforming lives and offering hope. Inspired by Pope Francis, nations like Cuba, Zimbabwe, and the United States have embraced the Jubilee spirit through acts of clemency and justice. These global efforts remind us of the power of mercy to restore dignity and create new beginnings.

Throughout Alberta and beyond, Catholic education reflects this Jubilee mission by fostering faith, hope, and compassion in students. As a vital pillar of the sacred triad of home, school, and parish, Catholic schools inspire the next generation to embrace mercy and justice while addressing societal challenges.

The Role of Fully Publicly Funded Catholic Education

Fully publicly funded Catholic education ensures that Alberta’s schools remain accessible to all, providing a foundation rooted in faith and values. Catholic schools are essential for shaping compassionate, engaged citizens who carry the spirit of renewal into their communities. By supporting this ministry, we ensure its continued impact on families and society.

Answering the Call

The Jubilee invites everyone to take action. In Alberta, this means:

• Advocating for fully publicly funded Catholic education.

• Supporting local Catholic schools through time, talent, or resources.

• Building strong connections within the sacred triad of home, school, and parish.

As the Jubilee reminds us to open doors of mercy globally, let us open doors of opportunity here at home. Together, we can ensure Catholic education continues to inspire, transform, and bring hope to future generations

The Jubilee Year 2025, with its theme “Pilgrims of Hope,” is a call to embark on a profound journey of spiritual renewal. This journey reflects the mission of Catholic education, where students, educators, and communities walk with Christ, grow in faith, and transform the world with love and service.

Like a pilgrimage, Catholic education is a journey of discovery, reflection, and growth. Catholic schools serve as sanctuaries where students deepen their understanding of Gospel values, nurture their spiritual formation, and learn to care for creation as stewards of God’s gifts. Inspired by Pope Francis’ Jubilee message, “Pilgrims of Hope”, Catholic education in Alberta emphasizes gratitude, solidarity, and a shared commitment to building a more just and compassionate world.

GrACE plays a vital role in this mission. By fostering advocacy, cooperation, and gratitude, GrACE ensures that Catholic education continues to thrive and inspire future generations. Through its support, Catholic schools remain vibrant spaces where faith and learning intersect, forming disciples of Christ who carry His message into their families, communities, and the wider world.

The Jubilee Year reminds us that Catholic education and faith are interconnected journeys. Together, GrACE and Catholic education invite all to walk this path of hope, gratitude, and renewal, ensuring the transformative power of Catholic education shines brightly for generations to come.