Father John Gerard Hillier

The Jubilee Year 2025 encourages all Catholics to become active Pilgrims of Hope as we journey to our eternal home in heaven. We enjoy our path forward by virtue of who we are as children of God. We received this distinction on the day we were born-again through the waters of baptism. This great sacrament was the singular moment we became members of Christ’s Body; members of the Royal Family of Christ with Jesus Christ as Our Lord and King.

As Director of the Office of Pontifical Missions (Propagation of the Faith) for the Diocese of Metuchen, I often receive wonderful notes of gratitude from missionaries worldwide. Allow me to share the following article from the Apostles of Jesus Religious Missionary Institute, Father Andrew Amaruma, AJ.