In 1997, Chiara Lubich, at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, put forward the image of the Madonna, who appeared in a vision to an indigenous peasant, Juan Diego, as an example of how to overcome all differences and hostility through the appreciation each other’s cultures.
From 10 March to 25 April focolare.org will accompany Maria Voce and Giancarlo Faletti in their journey to visit several countries in Latin America. It is a chance to get to know something of their rich history, their traditions and culture. We will start with Central America, zooming in on Guatemala.
An Italian family, struggling with the economic crisis, decided to continue distance support for a child in Brazil, even after the arrival of a second child.
‘Lord to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life’ (Jn 6:68)
Fifty years after the arrival of the Focolare in the United States, a picture of how it has spread everywhere in the country. Openness to interreligious dialogue and Economy of Communion
Many religions, languages, cultures, languages… as India develops, so do its social problems. The Focolare is involved in interreligious dialogue, education and social projects that help the most disadvantaged.
How can we best educate children in human values and faith? How can we give them an experience of God’s love? These were questions raised by 180 educators from all over the world who attended a week of study and reflection.
These timely words of Igino Giordani guide us on our way to Christmas.
On 10-14 December sixty Hindu and Christian scholars gather near Mumbai, in Lonavla at a symposium entitled: “Reading, interpreting and living the Scriptures as a way of bringing about universal fraternity and peace.”
We continue with our weekly reflection with another point of the Focolare Spirituality. This time the focus is on the Holy Spirit, aptly described by Chiara Lubich as “the great protagonist in our divine adventure”.