It was the restaurant that brought them together!
But this was no romantic invitation to dinner. More prosaically, they were both working there as waiters.
[more]Love Found Again
We continue our journey of preparation for the anniversary of the publication of *Amoris Laetitia*, offering a reflection on wounded families
In paragraph 296 of *Amoris Laetitia* we find these words from Pope Francis: ‘Two approaches run through the entire history of the Church: marginalisation and integration […]. The Church’s path, from the Council of Jerusalem onwards, is always that of Jesus: the path of mercy and inclusion […]. The Church’s path is one of never condemning anyone for ever; it is one of pouring out God’s mercy upon all those who ask for it with a sincere heart […]. For true charity is always unmerited, unconditional and free!”
The Discovery of a Special Mission
16 countries, 5 continents. These are the places of origin of the 18 families who took part in the Loppiano Family Experience, the summer programme of the Loreto School for animators of the New Families Movement, held from 6 to 24 July.
[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.
Couples: Sharing Your Vulnerability Strengthens Love
True intimacy begins when we find the courage to share our fears and vulnerabilities. One couple’s story reveals how opening our hearts can transform emotional distance into a renewed sense of closeness.
[more]Paths of light: A time for couples
From 7 to 12 August, in Foligno (PG), Percorsi di Luce offered couples a space to nurture their relationship and discover new tools for facing life’s challenges together.
[more]Bread, relationships, ecology: stories of ‘integral’ families
Raising Children with Care for Creation Is Possible
From the Veneto countryside to Salento, stories that go against the grain of everyday simplicity inspired by the encyclical Laudato Si’
Some have turned their home courtyard into a small laboratory of simplicity. Others teach their children how to make cheese, repair a bicycle, or stop water from being wasted long before talking about climate change. And there are those who, despite uncertainty and sacrifice, try to free daily life from the logic of a throwaway culture, choosing more essential patterns of consumption, slower relationships, and a different relationship with Creation.
