Pope Francis calls for new beginnings at Jubilee Audience

Pope Francis held his first Jubilee Audience on January 11, 2025, emphasizing the Jubilee as a time for new beginnings. He encouraged attendees to embrace hope, drawing inspiration from John the Baptist as a symbol of renewal and repentance. The Pope addressed nearly 8,000 people, highlighting hope as a divine gift that empowers Christians to restart their spiritual journeys. He linked the act of crossing the Holy Door during the Jubilee to a deep spiritual reset. In his message, Pope Francis called for service and responsibility towards the Earth and the marginalized. He framed the Jubilee as an opportunity to love and serve others, urging everyone to recognize their smallness in the face of God's greatness.