I wouldn’t describe myself as a hopeful person. Prior to this year, if you had asked me why, I would have said that I don’t think my brain is wired for hope. I am a realist through and through.
Pilgrims of Hope

Pilgrims of Hope: Something Beyond Ourselves
E.B. White, the author of the children’s book Charlotte’s Web, was married to Katherine, a devoted New England gardener. As his wife grew weaker from a terminal illness, White described her dedication.
Pilgrims of Hope: Hope is an Anchor
The virtue of hope is often misconstrued as a mild, passive virtue. But Sacred Scripture uses strong language regarding hope.
Pilgrims of Hope: The Spirit of the Lord is Upon Me
The author of the Gospel of Luke includes the portrayal of an event the other evangelists omit.
Pilgrims of Hope: Christian Hope
It has always struck me that Christian hope is not at all like the colloquial, everyday hope so often bandied about in our lives.
Pilgrims of Hope: The Best You Can Be for God
Who do you want to present yourself as? What can you do to make things straight? Who do you want to be in faith?
Pilgrims of Hope: Our Mother of Holy Hope
This image is one dear to the Passionist Congregation it was originally given to our founder, St. Paul of the Cross, by Pope Clement XIV.
Pilgrims of Hope: Who Do I Want to Be This Year?
As a new year always starts, people set New Year’s resolutions to help them achieve a goal.
Pilgrims of Hope: Surprised by Hope
“Whatever is behind this door,” she seemed to brace herself as she inserted the key into the lock, “Don’t let anything surprise you.”