Andrea Riccardi: “Humanity’s common destiny”
An interview with the founder of the Community of Sant’Egidio regarding Chiara Lubich who was “a friend of the great and small“. Chiara helped me understand the value of a charism.”
[more]Story of Chiara Lubich
Today, 14 March, marks the 10th anniversary of Chiara Lubich’s passing. We publish a short video showing her extraordinary life: from the little city of Trent, in the north of Italy, right up to “the very ends of the earth”. It illustrates her discovery of God as Love, during World War II, and the development of a spirituality of communion suited to today’s times, fruit of the gift of the charism of unity for the Church and humanity.
[more]The great attraction of our times
Ten years on from the passing of the founder of the Focolare Movement, we look at the social impact brought about by the charism of unity.
[more]All female international performing arts group – Gen Verde
We caught up with Nancy Uelmen, composer, singer and keyboardist in the all-female international performing arts group Gen Verde.
[more]The Charism of Unity in today’s world
The first in a series of events around the world dedicated to Chiara Lubich on the tenth anniversary of her death. The first event was held at the Mariapolis Centre of Castel Gandolfo in Italy.
[more]Synod of the youth
In preparation for the Synod of the Youth, there will be a pre-synod meeting in Rome from 19-24 March with about 300 youth from every part of the world. Among them will also be Stella Marilene Nishimwe (Burundi) and Nelson Vanegas (El Salvador) of the Focolare Movement.
[more]Story of Chiara Lubich
Today, 14 March, marks the 10th anniversary of Chiara Lubich’s passing. We publish a short video showing her extraordinary life: from the little city of Trent, in the north of Italy, right up to “the very ends of the earth”. It illustrates her discovery of God as Love, during World War II, and the development of a spirituality of communion suited to today’s times, fruit of the gift of the charism of unity for the Church and humanity.
Kenya – A light in the slums
Mathare, a slum of 500,000 people in Nairobi, Kenya. Some Focolare families transform the chapel into a school building during the week, helping to change the lives of children and families. Now they have a future!!
Bangui (RCA): The courage of mercy opens paths to peace
Several testimonies from a country which has not been at peace for decades, where people are engaged in the difficult task of peace building.
Myanmar. “Without love, how could I forgive?”
The story of May Han. During the Saffron Revolution her husband who was active in defending human rights, was arrested and died in prison. In the darkness of her pain the light of God’s love brings forgiveness.
March Word of Life
“Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths.” (Ps 25:4)
[more]Brazil: Serving my people
The narration of Councilor for Culture and Tourism in Guaramiranga, in the State of Ceará: “I drew strength from the Gospel for my commitment to my city.”
[more]Reporter of change
The second phase of the Breaking Rays Project has just concluded among a group of young people in the field of communications, developing professional skills that will equip them for promoting a more united world.
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