Idea of the month – June 2026
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“As you go, proclaim this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.’ […] Freely you have received, freely give.” (Mt 10:7-8)
In this chapter of Matthew’s Gospel, the apostles have just been chosen by Jesus. He has called them by name and given them special powers to cast out unclean spirits and the ability to heal every disease and infirmity. He then gives them instructions on where and how...
Demonstrate closeness
Demonstrate closeness
Turn to God
Turn to God
Moderation in all things
Moderation in all things
Economy of Communion: a path of regeneration
Thirty-five years after the launch of the Economy of Communion, an event will take place in Latin America from 25th-30th May 2026, offering participants the opportunity to experience a profound experience of meeting with various local communities from different countries. The conclusion will take place in Buenos Aires (Argentina).
We all need forgiveness
We all need forgiveness
The 40th anniversary of the Mariapolis Centre in Trent: Generating Social Beauty
The northern Italian city, birthplace of Chiara Lubich, hosted conferences, workshops and artistic events. An anniversary that became a space for meeting, relationship and dialogue in order to contribute to the common good.
Be aware of the needs of others
Be aware of the needs of others
Artificial Intelligence at the service of humanity
The first encyclical of Pope Leo XIV entitled “Magnifica Humanitas” has been published.On the 135th anniversary of “Rerum novarum”, the Pontiff reflected on the Social Doctrine of the Church in the time of artificial intelligence. He appealed for the safeguarding of “a magnificent humanity inhabited by God”, promoting truth, the dignity of work, social justice and peace. In the digital age, there is a need to disarm Artificial Intelligence (AI) and move beyond the “just war” theory, relaunching dialogue and multilateralism.