DEAR brothers and sisters, for World Mission Day 2026, which marks the centenary of a celebration established by Pope Pius XI that is very dear to the Church, I have chosen the theme 'One in Christ, united in mission.'

For World Mission Day 2025, I have chosen the motto: "Missionaries of Hope Among all Peoples."

"COMMUNION, creativity, and tenacity—essential words, which are relevant for the Church in its permanent state of mission.