Philippines Archivi - Focolare Movement

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2021

Johanna BosTuesday, January 19, 2021

“Abide in my love and you shall bear much fruit” (Jn 15, 5-9) is the Gospel passage chosen for this year. The word ‘abide’ is central because seeking unity is a full time commitment. ... Read More

A rebirth for Mariapolis Peace in the Philippines

Johanna BosWednesday, January 13, 2021

One year after the eruption of the Taal volcano in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, reciprocal love is the foundation for rebuilding both places and relationships in the Focolare community. ... Read More

Philippines: Mariapolis goes online

Johanna BosThursday, June 11, 2020

“Necessity is the mother of invention.” Following this slogan, the Focolare community of the metropolitan area of Manila, Philippines, organized the very first Online Mariapolis on May 14 and 15. ... Read More

Hope rising from the ashes

Johanna BosFriday, February 7, 2020

For thousands of people, although the emergency is not over, life is slowly returning to normal after the eruption of the Taal volcano in the Philippines on January 12th 2020, which caused serious damage to the surrounding areas. ... Read More

Aiming high, finding God in a way that is both healing and freeing

Johanna BosThursday, October 24, 2019

Beating an addiction to gambling is possible, but not alone. Here’s the story of Christian Rigor from the Philippines, who found God at Fazenda da Esperança, as well as his life’s deepest meaning. ... Read More