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Bolivia: on our city’s streets
The testimony of the volunteers of the “Casa de los Niños” in Cochabamba (Bolivia), a project inspired by the spirituality of unity, committed to tirelessly caring for those infected by COVID-19 and bringing consolation to the dying.
An international award to the Focolare Movement for its commitment towards the environment
The Focolare Movement received the “I do my part” international award from the Kronos Academy for its commitment in favour of our planet through its ecological initiative by EcoOne. Pope Francis and Thor Heyerdahl, the Norwegian explorer and anthropologist are also among the winners of the 2020 edition. The latter received the award posthumously.
Pietrino, a model for all of us
On the way to sainthood: an Italian teenager who lived the Focolare spirituality. On 10 December the diocesan phase of the process of Pietrino Di Natale’s Beatification was launched at a solemn ceremony in Teramo Cathedral.
Restyling and new features for focolare.org
After 8 years since its last relaunch, the Focolare’s official website www.focolare.org is undergoing further developments. It’s about to go online with a new look and additional features.
Giving a Soul to the City
Ever since he chose God, as a focolarino, Sándor Tari, a Hungarian farmer, has committed himself to sharing his gift with other farmers, the gift of the charism of unity, project and prophecy of a healed world.
The “Little Flame” school
Angola: It all started from a canteen offering meals for children, then literacy courses were added which gave work to a number of young teachers in the area. Supported by the New Families Association the “Pequena Chama” (Little Flame) School clearly shows that help given my many people generates development together with human and social solidarity.
Blessed for our times
Chiara Luce Badano’s anniversary was celebrated in the Mexican state of Puebla, with close to 300 kids from five schools participating, and many from the city of Acatzingo.
Escaping Hunger
The wave of Venezuelan refugees continues to move towards the surrounding countries, mostly due to a scarcity of food. In Peru, through the action of the Focolare, a psychological clinic has been set up with the help of professionals among the same refugees.
The Holy Spirit, soul of the ecumenical journey
The Bishops conference held in Sigtuna (Sweden) came to its end yesterday. The Bishops present come from various Churches and are friends of the Focolare Movement.
Alongside Native Americans
At the invitation of the bishop of Yellowknife, Canada, four members from different Focolare North American communities, including a priest, became a temporary Focolare for a month with the Tlicho tribe of Whati, in the Northwest Territories.
California in Flames
With an estimated 31 victims thus far, the huge fire that developed in California has broken the record as the worst burning in the history of the Golden State. An additional 220 people are still missing. The main fire that developed north of the capital of Sacramento...
Together with Mary
This is the name of a project involving Christians and Muslims who want to help build a civilisation of peace that respects different identities. A meeting was held in Lausanne, Switzerland, on September 30, 2018 at the Muslim Cultural Centre, with representatives from the Focolare Movement.
Thought of the day
Build bridges of friendship
Build bridges of friendship