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10 years after Laudato Si’ the ‘Amazonia project
24 May marks 10 years since the publication of Pope Francis’ Encyclical “Laudato Si”. A moment of celebration, verification of what has been done and to take it up again and make it known to those who are still unaware of its content. Aware that ‘there can be no renewal of our relationship with nature without a renewal of humanity itself’ (LS, 118) we present the ‘Amazonia Project’, as told by two young Brazilians during the Genfest 2024 held in Aparecida, Brazil.
Brussels: 75 years since the Schuman Declaration
Accompanying Europe to realise its vocation – 75 years since the Schuman Declaration, in the European Parliament building in Brussels, a panel of experts, representatives of various Christian Movements and young activists gave voice to the vision of European unity as an instrument of peace. A meeting promoted by Together for Europe and MEPs.
The Council of Nicaea: A Historic and Timely Page in the Life of the Church
According to most historians, the first ecumenical council of the Church began on 20th May, 1,700 years ago. It was the year 325, in Nicaea, present day İznik in Turkey, a small town 140 km south of Istanbul, surrounded by the ruins of a fortress that still speaks of those times.
Love, Unity, Mission: on a journey with Pope Leo XIV
A group from the International Centre of Focolare attended the Mass for the beginning of the ministry of Pope Leo XIV. It was an emotional occasion which called for reflection. It’s a new beginning.
One City is not Enough. Chiara Lubich, Citizen of the World.
Fifth edition of the schools competition dedicated to Chiara Lubich, founder of the Focolare Movement.
Luciana Scalacci, witness of dialogue
Luciana Scalacci, who passed away last March, embodied a deep social and political commitment, a profound faith in humanity and its potential, and a passion for dialogue. Together with her husband, Nicola, she made an enormous and invaluable contribution to fostering dialogue within the Focolare Movement, especially with, and among, people of non-religious convictions, through her dedication, generosity, and intelligence.
“Rimarishun”: let’s talk. An intercultural option in Latin America
The first Latin American gathering for dialogue with Indigenous peoples took place in Ecuador, aiming to discover, share, and honour ancestral knowledge in a spirit of fraternity and a shared pursuit of unity.
The joy and gratitude of Margaret Karram, President of the Focolare Movement, on the election of Pope Leo XIV
On behalf of the Focolare Movement throughout the world, I express my great joy for the election of Pope Leo XIV as the new Pontiff of the Catholic Church. We thank God for having listened to the prayers of so many people and having, with His Spirit, guided the work...
Margaret Karram upon the election of Pope Leo XIV
The words of the President of the Focolare in St. Peter’s Square shortly after the new Pontiff’s first speech.
In the same boat: a journey toward peace
8 months of navigation, 30 ports, 200 young people. The ship for peace, ‘Bel Espoir’ set sail in March 2025 from Barcelona (Spain) and will continue its voyage until October. Its route will link five shores of the Mediterranean. On board, eight groups of twenty-five young people of various nationalities, cultures and religions that share a common desire to build a better world. They will live together and get to know each other, amid debates and personal experiences, tackling new issues at each stop. Among them are traveling twenty Living Peace ambassadors and other young people from the Focolare Movement. Bertha from Lebanon shares her experience. She is involved in the MediterraNEW project which works for the education of young people, predominately migrants in the Mediterranean.
Argentina: commitment in intercultural dialogue with indigenous peoples
Agustin, Patricia and their two children are an Argentinian family. After following a course at Sophia ALC, the Latin-American branch of the university institute that is based in the international little town of Loppiano (Italy), they began to research their roots among the indigenous peoples, and this gave rise to a strong commitment in intercultural dialogue.
Surrendering to the power of love
Idea of the Month – May 2025
Thought of the day
Proclaim mutual love!
Proclaim mutual love!