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Hope: A Call to Faith in Action
Hope is a choice. It is not always easy and does not come without effort. Choosing hope requires courage, especially in a world where uncertainty, fear, and injustice weigh heavily on many lives. Yet it is through this very courage that we open ourselves to God's grace, allowing it to transform both our hearts and the world around us.
Around the world, wars, displacement, and environmental crises are driving millions from their homes, forcing entire families to seek new beginnings. Here in the United States, many face growing social inequality, political division, and economic pressures. In our beloved city of Chicago, violence and poverty challenge communities struggling to access education, healthcare, and opportunities.
In the face of these challenges, hope may seem fragile or distant. But like Mother Cabrini, who faced daunting obstacles with unshakeable trust in God’s providence, we are called to choose hope and act upon it. Hope, after all, asks for courage—a willingness to see beyond the present hardships and take steps forward in faith.
Hope also requires that we make time and dedicate effort to what matters most. It calls us to be present to others, whether by lending a hand to those in need, supporting initiatives that build peace and equity, or advocating for the vulnerable. These actions, though they may seem small, are powerful expressions of God’s love working through us.
Mother Cabrini’s life teaches us that this courage to hope can transform not only individual lives but entire communities. Each act of compassion and service, no matter how modest, is a spark of hope that brightens the path for others. It reminds us that God's light shines through even the darkest moments.
Let us choose hope together as Pilgrims of Hope. Let us walk with trust, knowing that God leads us, and that our efforts—no matter how simple—are part of a greater mission. In living this way, we reflect Christ’s love and become bearers of light in the world.
Sr. Laura Baldini, MSC
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