Today, on the feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, we also celebrate the World Day for Consecrated Life, a special occasion to reflect on the beauty and depth of the lives of many men and women who, in every corner of the world, respond to God’s call. This day invites us to renew our commitment to consecration, strengthening our hope in a world that deeply needs authentic and transforming testimonies of faith.

In this context of prayer and reflection, we are pleased to present the new logo for the upcoming UISG Plenary Assembly, which will take place from May 5 to 9, 2025.

The logo represents the theme chosen for this Assembly: “Consecrated Life: A Hope that Transforms.” In this visual symbol, we can recognize the image of people, particularly the sisters of female religious institutes, who are transformed or allow themselves to be (re)formed by Hope, like small flames ready to be light for humanity. Every color used in the logo evokes the universality and diversity of the charisms and gifts that religious women offer to the Church and our communities, enriching the ecclesial body with their dedication.

This hope, which is the fruit of the Holy Spirit, nourishes our spiritual life and brings with it continuous renewal and change. Although we cannot see the origin of this hope, the image gradually fades upwards, inviting us to believe that the transforming strength that sustains us comes from God, the true source of hope.

The theme and logo chosen for the Plenary Assembly are also connected to the 2025 Ordinary Jubilee, whose theme is “Pilgrims of Hope.” Indeed, hope is also a theological virtue that makes us transforming pilgrims, guiding us along the path of life and leading us ever onward, trusting that only Goodness has the final word in our existence.

Our Assembly, like the Jubilee, will be a moment of grace and living hope for all of us, on the path of faith and service we are called to walk.

We hope that this Holy Year and our Triennial Assembly will truly be a sign of hope for the whole Church, for as Scripture reminds us, “hope does not disappoint” (Romans 5:5).