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At the end of the 34th Convention of Bishops of 16 Christian Churches, friends of the Focolare gathered in Istanbul; the speech of Cardinal Kurt Koch outlines the perspectives of the ecumenical undertaking. Our interview with him.

December 1, 2015. Bangui, spiritual capital of the world. “Listening to a land like this which has shed so much innocent blood being called the spiritual capital of the world, was like seeing God coming down to meet us.” The testimony of Geneviève Sanzé from the Central African Republic.

Simon Peter Okello, a young journalist from Uganda, reports on the unforgettable visit of Pope Francis: the memorable event itself together with the memory of the martyrs.

Bishops from different Churches meeting on Heybelidad Island, Turkey, call for peace in the Middle East and pray for the reopening of the School of Theology on the island.

A country of immense beauty and natural resources, but also full of challenges. The message: work in synergy for forgiveness and peace, paying special attention to the youth and the environment.

In Syria, the people want peace, and ask themselves who wants war and continues to supply weapons instead of food and medicine. Here is the testimony of someone who lives with the war and still hopes.

Maria Voce, Focolare president, spoke at the Ecumenical Convention of Bishops in Halki (Turkey): new strength and hope in the journey towards unity of the churches.

Mariapolis Victoria’s new website goes online to coincide with the arrival of Pope Francis in the African continent! Our heartfelt wishes for the success of the Pope’s trip.

Big celebrations in Taung, where 120 years ago, the first Catholic Mission was established in South Africa. And where also the Focolare landed 30 years ago. The success story of a person-centred school.

The 34th Ecumenical Conference of Bishops, friends of the Focolare Movement, is being held in Istanbul from 25 to 30 November 2015. The group is much awaited by His Holiness Bartholomew I.