Jesus Forsaken: the discovery of a greater love

On the 24th of January 1944, Chiara Lubich discovered what was to become a key pillar for the spirituality of unity: Jesus experiences the highest measure of love, when on the cross he was abandoned by his Father. On the 80th anniversary of that day, we want to share what Chiara said on the meaning of “Jesus Forsaken”. ... Read More

80th anniversary of the Focolare Movement: the charism as a gift

To remain "at the crossroads of today" with the same confident and generous attitude as Mary. This is what Card. Kevin Farrell, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Laity, Family and Life, in his homily delivered in the Basilica of St. Mary Major (Rome) during the Mass of Thanksgiving on Dec. 7, 2023, on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the birth of the Focolare Movement. ... Read More

An 80-year-long adventure

On 7th December 1943 in Trent (Italy) Chiara Lubich pronounced her yes to God. A yes that, over time, has multiplied, generating a large family, the Focolare Movement, made up of people from different continents, ages, cultures and vocations. ... Read More

A heritage to discover

On 10th-11th November 2023 a seminar entitled "Expressing God. Chiara Lubich and the mystical tradition of women from the Middle Ages to the twentieth century. A journey of many voices" took place in Bologna (Italy) Father Gianni Festa, OP, reflects on its outcomes and prospects. ... Read More