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Case of Jean-Michel Merlin
La Prefettura di Nanterre (Francia) ha emesso un appello per la ricerca di testimoni
Margaret Karram among the new Members of the Dicastery
[:es]El 25 de noviembre de 2023, Margaret Karram, Presidente del Movimiento de los Focolares, ha sido nombrada Miembro del Dicasterio para los Laicos, la Familia y la Vida.
All responsible for all: a networked training
Effective today, November 20, 2023, the new Guidelines for Training in the Protection of Minors and Persons in Vulnerable Situations developed by the Focolare Movement are available. Margarita Gómez and Étienne Kenfack, Counselors of the Movement’s International Center on the aspect of Physical Life and Nature, offer us some clarifications.
The strength not to give in to evil
After the disastrous attack on Israel, the horrifying violence that was unleashed, the wave of fear that rocked the two peoples, the anguish for the hostages and the apprehension for the fate of the people of Gaza, we want to send you news from the Focolare communities in the Holy Land and news of a worldwide call to prayer and fasting for peace on 17th October
Korea: Dialogue is the culture of the human family
Margaret Karram and Jesús Morán, President and Co-President of the Focolare Movement, have just concluded the Korean step of their first official trip to Asia and Oceania, which will follow with visits to Japan, Fiji Islands, Australia and Indonesia, until 25 May. Here is a brief update on what happened in Korea.
Living the Gospel: “Set you mind on things that are above, not on things that are on earth” (Colossians 3:2)
For a Christian, the Resurrection really happened. It was an encounter that changed every human perspective; it is the event that reminds us that our home is in heaven and it is there that our life must aim, giving witness to the values that Jesus brought to earth.
Focolare Movement and abuse, a firm commitment to the safeguarding of the person
Joachim Schwind, a focolare and member of the General Council at the Focolare International Centre was interviewed by Adriana Masotti of Vatican News
Towards a safeguarding culture encompassing the whole person
The Focolare Movement has now published the first report on cases of abuse of children and vulnerable adults; and on spiritual abuse and abuse of authority that has occurred in the Focolare Movement, with reference to reparation measures, new investigative procedures, and training in safeguarding.
Earthquake emergency in Turkey and Syria
The donations, collected through the NGOs Azione per un Mondo Unito (AMU) and Azione per Famiglie Nuove (AFN), will be used to provide with basic necessities the people of Turkey and Syria affected by the strong earthquake on 6 February 2023, also in collaboration with the local Churches.
Brazil, Mariapolis Ginetta: 50 years of dialogue and unity with society
Mariapolis Ginetta celebrated its golden jubilee on August 15. The dream of its pioneers is now reality: it is a beacon of unity, dialogue and a new society for all.
Ukraine emergency: distributing hope
We met Father Vyacheslav Hrynevych, director of Caritas-Spes Ukraine, when he was visiting Rome. He told us what is being done to support the Ukrainian people today, whilst also thinking of the future.
The Focolare Movement makes public the measures to be taken regarding the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in response to the Independent Inquiry by GCPS Consulting
Significant steps forward are being taken to expand and strengthen measures concerning prevention, training, compensation, and the assessment of responsibility. These will guarantee justice to all victims and implement a culture in which absolute priority is given to charity, to the dignity of the person, and to safety and transparency in all areas of the Movement.
Thought of the day
Go towards those who are lonely
Go towards those who are lonely