Why is St. Valentine, as well as bishop and protector of Terni, the celebrated protector of lovers?
The Loreto School, the freshness of the first 40 years.
This year five families from four continents are attending the school, which was inaugurated by Chiara Lubich, who also indicated the name “Loreto”. Since 1982, 500 others have participated, while almost 1,500 families have stayed for shorter periods.
La historia de una familia “ampliada” que se abre a un amor que no es automático
A couple from Croatia and their experience with the Focolare Movement’s “Paths of Light” project
The existence of struggling couples, separated couples and those in new unions is a cry for help in the world. The “New Families Movement”, a branch of the Focolare, endeavours to support these families.
Daniele and Michela’s journey between family, hospitality and trust.
They are married for more than forty years, tell how the Art of Loving has illuminated their family life, supporting them in moments of joy and of difficulty. Through daily gestures, by welcoming fragile people and unforeseen challenges, they discover that concrete love can transform any situation.
‘Why do I always fall for it?’ Penelope asks angrily. This happens frequently in relationships with men who use manipulative communication. Of course, Penelope is not aware of the manipulation, because when we are in a dysfunctional relationship, it is difficult to understand its nature. Even when we are cognitively aware of it, it does not mean that we cannot ‘fall for it’ emotionally. Because our gut feelings get the better of our rationality.
‘Why do I always fall for it?’ Penelope asks angrily. This happens frequently in relationships with men who use manipulative communication. Of course, Penelope is not aware of the manipulation, because when we are in a dysfunctional relationship, it is difficult to understand its nature. Even when we are cognitively aware of it, it does not mean that we cannot ‘fall for it’ emotionally. Because our gut feelings get the better of our rationality.
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The weekend, entitled ‘The couple’s yes to God – words for life,’ saw the participation of 81 families (163 adults and 34 minors).
The meeting was organised in collaboration with the National Secretariat of New Families as part of the ‘Families at Work’ programme and took place on 24-25 January.
Why is St. Valentine, as well as bishop and protector of Terni, the celebrated protector of lovers?
[more]This publication now brings together in a single printable digital version the 10 guides, accompanying the special edition with the collection of 10 videos of the pope in dialogue with families (already individually available on the website www.amorislaetitia.va).
With these words the Holy Father introduces us to the theme of the education of children, which is “a call, a challenge, a joy”.
Developed within the Focolare Movement, Up2Me has been piloted so far in 28 countries. It grew from the need frequently expressed by children and youth who find themselves facing big issues like life, health, sexuality, modern life styles, emotions, future life choices … without adequate tools to deal with them.
The Holy Father speaks about “foreverness” in marriage, in this fifth video of the 10-part series prepared as part of the celebration of the «Amoris Laetitia Family» Year. This time Pope Francis addresses himself particularly to spouses.
“Don’t be afraid to fail: fear is the greatest obstacle to welcoming Christ and His plan for our lives! Be careful of fear!”, the Holy Father powerfully warns us.
A book that calls for action, emphasizing the urgency of putting children back at the centre of our communities, that also empowers those who do not have children, because it proposes a “widespread parenting”. From the desire to deepen and understand, the idea of this interview was born.
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This the story of the Lavizzari family, and how their daughter and her children were accompanied during her illness.
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Daniele and Michela’s journey between family, hospitality and trust.
They are married for more than forty years, tell how the Art of Loving has illuminated their family life, supporting them in moments of joy and of difficulty. Through daily gestures, by welcoming fragile people and unforeseen challenges, they discover that concrete love can transform any situation.
