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Jubilee Year - Year of Hope (2025)


Year of Hope: A Personal Reflection on 2025

The year 2025 has been declared a Jubilee Year, a Year of Hope by the Pope—a time for peace, joy, and prosperity. For many, entering a new year brings feelings of happiness and optimism. However, I find myself on a different path, starting the year with anxiety and uncertainty rather than joy and hope.

For me, 2025 is a year of the unknown.

It marks the first time in four years that I will not hold the title of a working mom. Transitioning from this identity feels daunting and unfamiliar.

It is also the year I plan to embark on a new venture: starting a winter rental business. This endeavor excites me but is fraught with challenges. There are countless pieces of the puzzle yet to be solved, and I pray for wisdom and the support of "ordinary angels" to guide me through.

This is also a pivotal year for our family. Two of our children will face major exams. While I know the journey matters more than the results, I hope they develop self-discipline, motivation, and resilience as they embrace this process.

Another aspiration is to take my husband and children on a pilgrimage to Italy and France. With the Holy Door opened by the Pope, this trip symbolizes more than just travel; it’s an opportunity to receive the grace of forgiveness and plenary indulgences. It’s also a celebration of milestones—a graduation trip for our children and a priceless gift to show them that God is real and that striving for holiness can lead us to become saints ourselves.

Yet, amidst these dreams, I feel overwhelmed and, at times, alone. While my husband is physically present, I’m uncertain if his mind and heart align with mine. He dreams of climbing Mt. Fuji this June—a goal I wholeheartedly support. After years of hard work to provide for our family, he deserves this moment of self-actualization.

Perhaps I’m overthinking and planning too far ahead, which leaves me feeling isolated and burdened.

I deeply need God’s wisdom, grace, strength, and peace. I pray to let go of my overthinking and trust that God is with me every step of the way. He is my constant guide, and in Him, I find the courage to face this year of unknowns with hope.



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