Pilgrims of Hope – Poets to Guide Us along the Way in the 2025 Jubilee –
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Hope, Jubilee, Poems, Vincent de PaulAbstract
This article explores the theme of hope in the context of the 2025 Jubilee, drawing from the Vincentian tradition and poetry. Hope, a central theological virtue, was emphasized by St. Vincent de Paul, who often linked it with trust in Divine Providence. He urged his followers to abandon themselves to God's will, seeing hope as a source of strength and resilience. Louise de Marillac also highlighted hope in her spiritual legacy. The article then introduces three poems that illuminate hope’s role in faith: Charles Péguy’s Portico of the Mystery of Hope, Thomas Hardy’s The Darkling Thrush, and Emily Dickinson’s Hope is the Thing with Feathers. These works offer poetic reflections on hope’s quiet but transformative power. As we journey through the Jubilee, Vincentian teachings and poetry serve as guides, reminding us that hope sustains faith and love, leading us toward renewal and trust in God's providence.
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