News
Switzerland: Muslims and Christians moving on together
Where is my heart heading to? This existential query was the object of reflection of about 50 Muslims and Christians gathered together close to Lausanne, in the name of friendship and continuity.
Italy: Peace is brought about by young people
In Emilia Romagna in central Italy, Youth for a United World projects continue. United as emblems of fraternity: a mural and friendship with young Muslims from Ravenna.
Celebrating a Europe of Hope in Malta
Focolare president Maria Voce speaks at the Towards a Europe of Hope, Healing and Hospitality Forum where she reaffirmed Europe’s Christian roots.
Maria Voce’s visit to Malta
Concurrently with the worldwide United World Week initiatives for peace, Malta welcomed Maria Voce, President of the Focolare Movement.
Colours of Peace from Loppiano
The much awaited Pulse Event has concluded in Loppiano, Italy, during United World Week 2017. Miles of young people, refugee syndicates and several Islamic communities gathered in the name of peace.
Omar, an Ambassador for Peace
The testimony of a young Egyptian peace ambassador who attended the Pulse Meeting, on the same day that Pope Francis concluded his visit to Egypt.
Angola: the courage to forgive
A young Angolan girl found the strength to forgive the policemen who killed her brother. Her testimony at “Pulse – the Meeting” in Loppiano.
Rome: The Earth’s village
A great turnout at the second edition of “The Earth’s Village,” event organized by Earth Day and the Focolare Movement. Ecology, peace, dialogue at all levels.
A Priest On A Bicycle
The testimony of Bede Baumgartner, Swiss priest in Ivory Coast. The discovery of a vibrant culture and the effort to be close to people through acceptance and deep listening
Fazenda de la Esperança visit the Focolare
On Sunday, April 23rd a group from the “Fazenda” from 14 countries visits the Focolare’s International Centre. A story of friendship connected to the spirituality of unity.
Springtime of the family
Remembering Chiara Lubich on the 50th anniversary of the New Families Movement in Loppiano, Italy, March 10 – 12.
Egypt: Solidarity in the wake of the attacks
News received from the Focolare community on location. Two churches have been hit, in Tanta and Alexandria with 45 dead and 118 injured. The Holy Father’s prayer.
Thought of the day
Welcome differences, seek what unites!
Welcome differences, seek what unites!