Orientation evening on Syrian Culture
Many people are eager to welcome and help the Syrian refugees who are arriving in Ireland. To know their habits and customs can help to alleviate their hardships
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Celebrating 50 years anniversary of the work of Corrymeela
The past year has seen a variety of events to celebrate the work for peace and reconciliation initiated by the Rev. Ray Davey along with a committed group of Christian friends in 1964
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Mariapolis 2016
Focolare “Mariapolis”, Dungarvan, 6th – 10th July 2016
It is time to save the date in your calendar!
Refugees: a new commitment and greater collaborative effort
The Pope’s call during the Angelus on Sunday 6th September 2015 stirred consciences to open the doors of parishes, religious communities, monasteries and convents, to take in refugees. The Focolare Movement’s thanks and response to Pope Francis’ appeal.
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Irish bishop and leader of Sikh community to address Liverpool Mariapolis
Large Irish contingent travel to joint Ireland / UK hosted summer gathering of Focolare in Liverpool. “Here we are almost at the 100th anniversary of 1916, signing up with England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales in a moment of unity, of reconciliation, of prayer. It is a poignant moment,” remarks Bishop Brendan Leahy.
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“We’ve built a bridge of peace!” say young people gathering in Kildare!
From 2nd-5th July last, up to 30 young people from across the country, gathered in Curryhills House (the Focolare HQ in Ireland) to see if it was possible to build a bridge of peace. The answer was a clear YES – the bridge of peace had been built!
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Building bridges of Peace
From Thursday 2nd till Sunday 5th July, Youth for unity Ireland are inviting all young people age 13 – 20 to join them for their Youth Camp entitled “Building bridges of Peace”
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Support for Nepal
Over 3,000 dead, and the total count is forecasted to rise. Thousands of wounded and millions of people struck by the earthquake which on 25 April devastated this country. The Focolare Movement joins the choir of prayer and expresses its commitment to concretely support the victims of the disaster.
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