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16 July: Margaret Karram’s message on the day of the Pact of Unity

Jul 14, 2025

At a time when humanity is threatened by increasing violence and despair, that Pact can instil a new hope in us.

The 16th of July is a significant day for the Focolare Movement. In fact, it is the anniversary of the Pact of Unity between Chiara Lubich, foundress of the Movement, and Igino Giordani, whom she considered a co-founder. It took place on the 16th of July 1949.

On this anniversary, Margaret Karram, President of the Focolare Movement, addressed the following message to all those who belong to the Movement around the world.

To learn more about the origin and the significance of the Pact of Unity, click here.

2 Comments

  1. Azer Roy Elises
    Azer Roy Elises on 15/07/2025 at 16:03

    Thank you so much Mama Chiara 😘 for the Ideal that you gave to us.. 🙏🏻

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  2. Samira botros
    Samira botros on 15/07/2025 at 17:47

    Renew the pact with each one

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