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Austria: Signs of a Living Church
The vitality of the Catholic laity in the land of Mozart and the waltz amidst current challenges in society. Testimonies of life in parish communities
Pope Francis: “We are guardians of each other”
Here are a few excerpts from the homily that Pope Francis delivered during Mass at the inauguration of his pontificate. The entire text can be found on the Vatican website.
Rome: Subway station dedicated to Chiara Lubich
On the anniversary of her birth to Heaven, a plaque that expresses the closeness that the city feels to the ideals of the founder of the Focolare Movement. Some thoughts from Maria Voce
Gen Rosso:Towards a strong Brazil
The educational and preventative programme ‘Strong Without Violence’ has had enormous success in Europe. A South American version is now being launched in Brazil.
Chiara Lubich: five years on, a continuous presence
On 14 March 2008 Chiara Lubich died. Five years on, Chiara, the founder of the Focolare Movement, will be commemorated in many ways across the world. The backdrop is the preparations by the Movement’s members to welcome Roman Catholic Church’s new Pope.
Fraternity: Relational Principle in Politics & Law
In Loppiano, which houses the Sophia University Institute, an international seminar on fraternity will be held on 11-13 March.
The Great Game of Life
The Gen4 Congress at Mariapolis Santa Maria in Recife, Brazil. A day of games and deeper understanding in profound relationship with Jesus.
Ubuntu: “‘I am what I am because of who we all are”
A project of Youth for a United World, sharing with Africa and discovering the gift that continent is for the whole world.
Making Peace
The role played by The Community of Sant’Egidio in the international arena
Economy, politics and theology at Sophia
Sophia University Institute opens its doors with its educational offerings and lifestyle. It is open to students who are highlighting its interdisciplinary approach to forming culture and better living.
Benedict XVI’s resignation: some impressions
We asked three simple questions to some Focolare friends from other religious traditions or with non religious convictions.
Economy of Communion: Mission in Serbia
Discovering opportunities and challenges in developing economic activities, and in the fight against poverty in Serbia.
Thought of the day
Silence your pride
Silence your pride