Pope Leo XIV – DRAWING NEW MAPS OF HOPE (Apostolic Letter on the Sixtieth Anniversary of the Vatican Council Declaration Gravissimum Educationis)

Drawing New Maps of Hope is Pope Leo XIV’s apostolic letter for the 60th anniversary of Gravissimum Educationis, renewing the Church’s commitment to Catholic education in a rapidly changing world. It reflects on the Church’s rich educational heritage and calls schools, universities, families, and educators to place the human person at the centre, unite faith and reason, embrace digital and ecological responsibility, strengthen global collaboration, and offer hope—especially to the poor and vulnerable.
Addressing the challenges of digital transformation, social fragmentation, and ecological crisis, the Holy Father proposes a global “educational constellation” rooted in collaboration, compassion, and creativity. This timely letter is an essential guide for leaders, teachers, parents, and all who believe in the power of education to transform lives and renew society. The text serves as a roadmap for forming future generations in truth, freedom, fraternity, and peace.