News
Cameroon: Christianity and the Bangwa Culture
The testimony of the Bishop of the Diocese of Mamfe, Andrew Nkea, at the 50th anniversary of the arrival of the Focolare Movement in Fontem.
Republic of the Congo and Politicians for Unity
Contribution of the Politics for Unity Movement in front of the violent repercussions that are hitting the African country, and providing citizenship training to young people
Bangui (RCA): The courage of mercy opens paths to peace
Several testimonies from a country which has not been at peace for decades, where people are engaged in the difficult task of peace building.
Living the Gospel: the children’s example
As Christmas approaches, the Gen4 children of the Focolare worldwide teach us how to put the Gospel into practice.
Christmas With Earthquake Victims in Central Italy
A conversation with United World Project (UWP) and New Families Association (NFA), two social agencies of the Focolare Movement. Their work during the after phase of the earthquake: helping small businesses and their families.
Focolare and Bangwa: 50 Years Together
Solemn celebrations in Fontem, from 14 to 17 December 2016, to mark the end of the year of thanksgiving announced by Msgr. Andrew Nkea, Bishop of Mamfe.
The Memory of Erminio Longhini
A month after his death we remember a great man, medical doctor and modern-day Good Samaritan. He wa the founder of the Hospital Volunteers Association.
The Economy of Communion (EoC) in South Korea
The EoC’s Sungsimdang Bakery now employs 363 people. It began 60 years ago as a small producer of steamed buns. The story of two sacks of flour that became part of local culture in Daejon (South Korea).
Second Muslim Focolare Conference
October 28-20, 2016. Second Muslim Focolare Conference is held at the Dar es Salam Mariapolis Centre in Tlemcen in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of the Focolare in Algeria.
50th Anniversary of the Gen Movement at Castel Gandolfo, Italy
More than a thousand Gen from the second generation of the Focolare meet at Castel Gandolfo, Italy. They are seriously committed to peace and the unity of the human family.
Aletta has left us
Vittoria Salizzoni, one of the first women focolarini, affectionately known as “Aletta”, has passed away. The Focolare Movement remembers her with much gratitude. Hers was a life lived totally for others.
Tinku Kamayu – The women of woolen threads (Argentina)
Women descendants of the original peoples Calchaquíes, draw strength from the spirituality of the Focolare to overcome the macho culture and become entrepreneurs of fabrics. “Tinku Kamayu” (together to work) restores them the dignity of women while recovering ancestral techniques.
Thought of the day
Say “No!” to the throw-away culture!
Say “No!” to the throw-away culture!