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2026 Assembly: how can one participate
Here is a video with infographics to better understand what the Assembly is, how it will be carried out and how to prepare for this important appointment.
Brotherhood
Brotherhood, being children of the same Father, can be the root of every kind of pacifism. In this excerpt from the “Catholic Revolt”, Igino Giordani wrote almost an invocation, a poetic appeal that compels us to look up and opens our eyes to who our brother is, that brother who may be labelled as an enemy, as a foreigner, as a migrant, but is always a brother. It is an appeal written back in 1925, that still touches our deepest chords and challenges us to be builders of peace.
But a Samaritan while travelling came near him; and when he saw him, he was moved with pity.’ (Lk 10:33)
Word of Life – July 2025
A glance that brings healing
Idea of the Month – July 2025
Christians protagonists of dialogue
29th June is the feast of Saints Peter and Paul and is a significant day in the ecumenical sphere. On this date we publish some interviews with Christians from various Churches
This curse of war
Igino Giordani, when writing his memoirs, reflected on the terrible period of the First World War, in which he himself had to enlist, saying, “I saw the absurdity, the stupidity and above all the sin of war…”, as Benedict XV called it, the ‘useless massacre’. His words challenge us to think about how history could teach us to work for peace today, by opposing the new, absurd, useless massacres of our century.
Jubilee of youth: pilgrims of journey, hope, reconciliation
A pilgrimage in Rome during the event that will see the participation of young people from all over the world. It will follow the historical itinerary of the Seven Churches with catechesis, prayer, testimonies, spiritual insights inspired by the charism of unity, music and sharing.
Indonesia: spreading hope
In Medan, capital of the province of Sumatra, Indonesia, following the 2004 tsunami, the local Focolare community set up the Sumber Harapan Social Centre, which means Source of Hope, to meet the needs of the poorest people in the city. Maximus and Fretty, leaders at the centre, tell us about the work they do.
Simply Emmaus
Jesùs Morán, the co-president of the Focolare Movement, shares his memories of Emmaus Maria Voce, the first president of the Movement after Chiara Lubich.
On the road with Emmaus
From her election in 2008 to the end of her second term in 2021, here are some images of the moments that marked the 12 years in which Maria Voce Emmaus was President of the Focolare Movement: events, milestones in the journey of dialogue, meetings with religious and civil leaders, and with various Focolare communities around the world.
Maria Voce has returned to the house of the Father
The first President of the Focolare Movement, after the foundress Chiara Lubich, Maria Voce passed away yesterday, 20th of June 2025, at home. Margaret Karram and Jesús Morán share some memories. The funeral will be held on the 23rd of June at 3:00pm at the International Centre of the Focolare Movement in Rocca di Papa (Rome).
Thank you Emmaus!
Letter from Margaret Karram, President of the Focolare Movement, on the occasion of the departure of Maria Voce – Emmaus.
Thought of the day
Let’s direct our lives towards God
Let’s direct our lives towards God