News
From Brazil, João’s story
At 20 years of age, he happened upon the Gospel. Even though he was a child of separated parents, he finds the energy to be a father to everyone he encounters, by putting the culture of inclusion into practice.
Pope Francis in Ecuador: evangelize with joy
At the start of the pope’s travels in Latin America, which will include Ecuador, Bolivia, and Paraguay, joy is the recurring theme, in the wake of the encyclical Evangelii Gaudium.
Economy of Communion on the roads of Poland
The Complex Projekt has been projecting roadways and bridges for thirty years in Katowice, Poland. The story of one business owner who runs his company according to the principles of the Economy of Communion.
A Bed and Breakfast near Florence
The story of a family in Italy who wanted to get involved in giving hospitality to refugees. Watch news video clip.
Migration: What can I do?
Lawyer Flavia Cerino lives in Sicily, Italy, and works in the field of immigration. She is a guardian of minors who travel alone without families.
The story of Estelle in the Ivory Coast
Estelle, a social worker in the medical world, decided to place herself at the disposal of the Fraternity with Africa project. She had previously received a scholarship from the project and now donates time, dedication and professional experience.
Seeds of Peace: US Buddhists and Christians come together in spirit of dialogue
Suffering, freedom and fraternity are the central themes of the meeting. It’s a dialogue that translates into concrete actions in their own cities. They are received in private audience by Pope Francis. Interview with Vatican Radio
Back from Iraq
Gemma and Pierre write on their return from a short visit to the Christian community in Erbil.
Bishops in Asia
Bangalore, in southern India, hosted the meeting of the Asian Bishops, Friends of the Focolare Movement. Three days, immersed in the context of India, to examine the theme on the Eucharist, mystery of communion, in depth.
Prague: Summer School of Economy of Communion
The school is open to students of all the disciplines, businessmen/women, researchers and professionals aged 19 to 35. Official language: English.
The European Union: “Dialogue is not a ritual”
This was affirmed by Frans Timmermans, the First Vice-President of the European Commission, after the high level meeting with 15 religious leaders organised by the European Commission. Religions can lead Europe to a “better place”.
Egypt. Feasting Amongst Christians
June 7th, Alexandria, Egypt, second anniversary of the Day of Friendship between the Coptic Orthodox and Roman Catholic Church inaugurated at the first meeting between Pope Francis and Tawadros II.
Thought of the day
Look after Creation
Look after Creation









