This Lent, we’re inviting all young adults to go deeper in prayer and take action as Pilgrims of Hope. Our Lenten pack includes a Reconciliation Service, Weekly 2 minute reflection videos, prayer stations and the SVP Lenten Campaign Materials. We’d love to hear your campaign stories! Don’t forget to tag us on social media with #DoorsofHope and send any stories to [email protected]

To view our free Year of Jubilee resources click here- SVP1833 - Pilgrims of Hope

Reconciliation Service

This resource can be used for when the Sacrament of Reconciliation is available and for other times of prayer. It can be easily adapted to suit your specific needs and circumstances.

Leader's Guide and Script

Accompanying Powerpoint

Parable of the Doors Video

Parable of the Doors Script

SVP Lent Campaign- A Time for Hope  

What are we campaigning for?

The government has recently changed its policy on the number of days refugees have to find permanent accommodation, before the government support is stopped. This used to be 7 days, which later increased to 28 days, and now it is 56 days. This change gives many people hope, but we believe hope doesn’t need to be temporary. We are informed that the policy is a temporary measure until June 2025 and are calling all young adults this Lent to get involved in our campaign, by writing to their local MP to ask that this policy is made permanent. 

Campaign video 

The following campaign video contains content around asylum seekers and refugees.

Tariku's Story

The following video share's Tariku's Story, a refugee from Ethiopia who found safety in the UK. 

Letter to MP template

This letter can be sent to your local MP from your university/parish, alongside your own door hanger messages of hope. 

 MP Engagement Pack 

Not sure how to contact your MP? What to say? How to plan a visit? This resource details all the information you will need!

Door Hanger of Hope 

This is your chance to share with your MP what you are doing to bring hope to others. These door hangers can then be sent alongside the letter to your MP. 

A Prayer of Hope

A template to pray for asluym seekers and refugees. This could form a prayer display for your Catholic Society or parish. 

Weekly 2 minute reflections 

These reflections are designed to be brief and perfect to start young adult gatherings. Each one includes: a short reflection on Scripture, a question for discussion, and a set of examination of conscience questions to encourage participants to reflect on their faith, and apply it to their daily lives.

Week 1

Week 2

Week 3

Week 4

Week 5

Prayer Stations 

Jubilee Prayer Stations - Leaders Guide: This guide offers helpful tips on how to set up and prepare for each of the prayer stations. It provides step-by-step instructions to ensure everything is organised and ready, allowing for a smooth and meaningful prayer experience

Jubilee Prayer Stations: Here you will find all the resources you need, including cut-outs and descriptions for each prayer station. These sheets can be placed at each station to guide participants through their prayer experience.