Focolare Movement

Castel Gandolfo: congress of the followers of the Focolare

Dec 18, 2015

«Unity: a gift, a commitment and a point of arrival» is the main theme of this event.

«Unity» the basic point of the spirituality of the Focolare Movement, will be deepened during this meeting, with experiences of people from various cities, where the spirituality lived by many has affected the life of those regions. This is the case of the community of Szeged, Hungary, or Loppiano, in Valdarno, Tuscany and again on ecumenism in Great Britain, and the social field in Brazil. One of the many themes to be discussed is the aspect of communications as a tool used to reach unity; dialogue especially in the ecumenical and interreligious field, and the Focolare Movement’s commitment for peace. The great majority of those participating will be from Italy but also from France, Hungary, Greece and England. Another congress on the same themes will be held from 3- 5 March. Info: info@focolare.org www.centromariapoli.org

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