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Pilgrims of Hope: Official Jubilee Hymn in Anime Video Format

The Archdiocese of Madras-Mylapore, in collaboration with the Jubilee 2025 Coordination Team (CCBI), proudly presents Pilgrims of Hope, the official hymn of the Holy Year 2025. This hymn, now available in an inspiring anime video format, encapsulates the theme of journeying together in faith and hope toward the light of the Risen Lord.

Launch of the Tamil Version

The Tamil Version of the Jubilee 2025 Hymn was officially released by His Grace Most Rev. Dr. George Antonysamy, Archbishop of Madras-Mylapore, during the inauguration of the Archdiocesan Office for the Commission for Social Communications on 21 December 2024.

This date holds great significance in the Church's tradition:

21 December is traditionally commemorated as the Martyrdom Day of St. Thomas the Apostle, who was stabbed at St. Thomas Mount, present-day Chennai.

It is also the death anniversary of the Servant of God Thatipatri Gnanamma, a pioneer in Catholic education and women's empowerment in South India.

The Tamil version is a profound offering that resonates with local culture and history, aligning with the Jubilee theme of hope and unity.

Launch of the Kids' Version

The Kids' Version of the Jubilee 2025 Hymn was launched earlier on Friday, 13 December 2024, during the Ecclesia in Asia International Symposium. The launch was graced by His Excellency Most Rev. Paul Antony Mullassery, Bishop of Quilon, in the presence of bishops, priests, religious, and lay faithful participating in the symposium.

The panel discussion at the symposium featured distinguished panellists:

Mr. Sagar Gabetta
Ms. Mary Priyadarshini
Rev. Fr. Dr. Vincent Chinnadurai
Prof. Dr. Shilanand Hemraj
The discussion was moderated by Rev. Fr. Dr. Roy Lazar.

Guided by Visionary Leadership

The entire project was guided by Rev. Dr. Yesu Karunanidhi, the CCBI Coordinator for Jubilee 2025, and supported by the visionary leadership of Most Rev. Dr. George Antonysamy, Archbishop of Madras-Mylapore, President of the Tamil Nadu Bishops’ Council, and Vice President of both the CCBI and CBCI.

Creative Team Behind the Hymn

Original Lyrics: Msgr. Pierangelo Sequeri

Original Music: Maestro Francesco Meneghello

English Translation: Andrew Wadsworth

English Music and Recording: Abner Immanuel Carlos and William Antony Charles

English Singer: Adeline Cynthia

Tamil Lyrics: Ransom Amirthamani, Antony Sebastian (Saju), and Fr. Ritchie Vincent

Tamil Music: Fr. Jayaprakash DSouza and Joel Pereira

Tamil Singer: Ms. Prageetha

Animation, Sound Design, and Custom Music: Mystic Media House, Madurai

Produced By: Commission for Social Communications, Archdiocese of Madras-Mylapore

A Gift to the Universal Church

Msgr. Dr. Vincent Chinnadurai, Archdiocesan Coordinator for Jubilee 2025, presented these videos as a special gift from the Archdiocese of Madras-Mylapore to the entire Church. Produced under the leadership of Fr. Ritchie Vincent, in collaboration with Mystic Media House and Mr. Praveen Mahimainathan, the videos are a celebration of faith, hope, and unity.

Anime: A Creative Expression of Faith

The anime videos vividly bring the hymn to life. Featuring characters like Luce and her friends, the videos highlight the themes of hope, unity, and the Christian journey. The hymn is available in four versions:

1. English Solemn Version
2. English Kids Version
3. Tamil Solemn Version
4. Tamil Kids Version

Join the Journey

The Jubilee Hymn Pilgrims of Hope is more than a song—it is a spiritual anthem and an invitation to journey together in faith. Let these creative videos inspire you and unite the global Church in celebrating Jubilee 2025!

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