Drawing New Maps of Hope: Study and Discussion Guide
A Resource for Catholic Educators, School Leaders, and Formation Communities
How can Catholic schools respond faithfully and creatively to the challenges of our time?
Inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s apostolic letter Drawing New Maps of Hope, the Center for Catholic Education at Aquinas College has developed a free study and discussion guide to help Catholic educators, school leaders, pastors, boards, and formation communities explore the Holy Father’s vision for Catholic education in the twenty-first century.
This practical resource examines the seven pathways and three priorities proposed by our Holy Father and places them within the broader tradition of Catholic educational teaching. Drawing upon the wisdom of the Church, papal documents, and the rich heritage of Catholic schools, the guide invites readers to reflect on how this vision can be lived in classrooms, schools, parishes, and communities today.
What’s Included?
This complimentary resource contains:
- Summary sheets for each of the seven pathways and three priorities identified by Pope Leo XIV.
- Reflection and discussion questions for individual or group study.
- Professional development activities for faculty, staff, administrators, and boards.
- Evaluation tools to assess school publications, policies, handbooks, websites, and communications through the lens of the document.
- References and links to related Church documents and papal teachings.
- Quotations suitable for newsletters, faculty meetings, and school communications.
- Prayers by St. John Henry Newman and St. Thomas Aquinas, co-patrons of Catholic schools.
A Tool for Reflection and Renewal
At a time when Catholic schools are called to renew their educational mission while responding to rapidly changing cultural realities, Drawing New Maps of Hope offers a compelling framework for reflection, evaluation, and action. This guide is designed to help educational communities engage deeply with Pope Leo XIV’s vision and identify practical ways to strengthen their own witness to the Gospel.
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We invite you to download this free resource and use it to foster meaningful conversation, thoughtful assessment, and renewed commitment to the mission of Catholic education.
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