The Jubilee Year of Hope

The Jubilee Year of Hope began on December 24, 2024, with the opening of the Holy Door in St. Peter’s Basilica—a powerful symbol of grace, renewal, and revival for the Church. Ave Explores brings the spirit of this extraordinary year to you through compelling conversations and reflections.

Hosted by Katie McGrady, this mini-series features insights from Joan Watson; Cardinal Michael Czerny, SJ; Elizabeth Lev; Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN; and others, exploring how this Ordinary Jubilee invites us to embrace hope, repentance, and spiritual renewal—even without a journey to Rome.

For those visiting the Holy Door or embarking on an armchair pilgrimage, Joan Watson’s Opening the Holy Door offers a meaningful way to celebrate the Year of Hope. Through reflections on the people and holy moments cherished by Christians for centuries, this guide helps you spiritually cross the threshold of this iconic door at the heart of the Church. Enrich your faith with its timeless beauty through contemplative practices and profound insights.

Let this Jubilee Year inspire your faith, renew your spirit, and draw you closer to God—wherever you are.