The family of Nazareth
On this Sunday, when we are celebrating the Holy Family, we would like to share with you Chiara Lubich’s message at the 1981 Family Fest.
[more]Christmas 2025
“… May this Christmas be in the spirit of fraternity, that He may give us the gift of peace in our hearts and in the world, especially in countries where it is still lacking…”
Link CH 13.12.2025 Margaret Karram
Best wishes from thè staff of the Central Secretariat of New Families.
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The journey of Liliana and Ricardo
Liliana and Ricard Galli, married for 49 years, share their experience of love and mutual support on how to build a lasting love. Let’s find out about their journey and how they cultivated a relationship based on understanding and respect.
[more]Amoris Laetitia’s Year: Special Edition
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).
Amoris Laetitia ‘s Year: Educating children: a call, a challenge, a joy
With these words the Holy Father introduces us to the theme of the education of children, which is “a call, a challenge, a joy”.
Up to me! 25-26 September a response to the needs of young people
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.
Amoris Laetitia’s Year: The fifth video – The ‘foreverness’ and beauty of love
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.
“One family in the heart of Africa”
In Nairobi, over 130 participants, members of New Families Secretariats from around the world, enjoyed an experience of communion and fraternity.
A meeting in the heart of Africa that showed the beauty of being one family. The title of the congress was: “Sowing family, reaping hope.”
The importance of reconnecting
What happens when a couple lose their emotional connection? It is normal for sadness and anger, protest and withdrawal behaviours to be activated.
[more]A Network of Families: Dialogue Creates Community
An experience of dialogue and hospitality that has turned into a network of support and friendship for the common good. This is what Andreja from Slovenia, a member of the Focolare Movement tells us. She and her husband are part of the New Families’ Movement.
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