“Abound in hope!” (Romans 15:13)
The Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board joins the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) and Catholic communities across the country in celebrating National Family and Life Week (NFLW) from May 11 to 18, 2025.
This year’s theme, “Abound in hope!” from St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans, invites us to reflect on the gift of hope that God gives us through our families. As “Pilgrims of Hope” in this Jubilee Year, we are reminded that our families are not only places of love and belonging, but also powerful witnesses of God’s enduring presence in the world.
Families, parishes, Catholic schools, and communities are encouraged to mark this special week through acts of gratitude, forgiveness, and love. Whether through prayer, quality time, or simple gestures of kindness, these expressions of care reflect our call to promote life and live out the Gospel in our homes and beyond.
May God’s loving care inspire all families to live as beacons of hope and missionary disciples in the world.
For resources and more information, visit
the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops website.