Pilgrims of Hope: A Hymn for the 2025 Jubilee

In a poignant moment marking the upcoming 2025 Jubilee, the hymn “Pilgrims of Hope” has been chosen as a central anthem for the year of celebration. Originally penned by Pierangelo Sequeri and translated into English by Andrew Wadsworth, the hymn captures the spirit of unity, hope, and trust in God.

The lyrics of “Pilgrims of Hope” evoke imagery of a journey toward divine light, emphasizing the role of faith in guiding the nations and peoples towards salvation. The hymn is structured around the refrain:

Like a flame my hope is burning,
may my song arise to you:
Source of life that has no ending,
on life’s path I trust in you.

Ev’ry nation, tongue, and people
find a light within your Word.
Scattered fragile sons and daughters
find a home in your dear Son.

Like a flame my hope is burning,
may my song arise to you:
Source of life that has no ending,
on life’s path I trust in you.

God, so tender and so patient,
dawn of hope, you care for all.
Heav’n and earth are recreated
by the Spirit of Life set free.

Like a flame my hope is burning,
may my song arise to you:
Source of life that has no ending,
on life’s path I trust in you.

Raise your eyes, the wind is blowing,
for our God is born in time.
Son made man for you and many
who will find the way in him.

Like a flame my hope is burning,
may my song arise to you:
Source of life that has no ending,
on life’s path I trust in you.