As 2024 comes to a close and we step into the promise of 2025, we reflect on how far we’ve come. Twenty-five years ago, the world was gripped by the Y2K challenge, anxiously wondering if our computer systems could successfully transition from ‘19’ to ‘20’ without chaos! That moment feels like yesterday, yet a lifetime of changes has unfolded since then.
In our personal lives, our congregation, our community, and our world, we’ve witnessed untold changes. The year 2024 brought with it times of overflowing joy and deep sadness, moments of outrage and delight, instances of concern, miracles, and even tragedy. Along the way, we said goodbye to cherished friends, confronted challenges, and faced uncertainties.
Through it all—the complex and beautiful journey we call life—we are reminded of one unshakable truth: God is with us every step of the way. Guiding our steps, shaping our choices, and offering strength in moments of doubt, God’s presence is constant.
As we welcome this new year, let us carry forward a renewed sense of faith and hope. Let us remember that God walks with us, always.
May 2025 be a year of purpose, grace, and blessings for us all, knowing that we are never alone.
Happy New Year!
-Sister Nancy Sullivan, CSJ
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