From the Sophia University Institute for “his service to the unity of the human family”
On October 26, 2015, at 17.00hrs
Auditorium of the Loppiano International Centre – Direct internet transmission
His Holiness Bartholomew I, Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople will be receiving the first honory doctoral degree in the culture of unity conferred by the Sophia University Institute, situated in Loppiano (Florence) and founded by Chiara Lubich to deal competently and effectively with the cultural transition taking place.
The Patriarch, a pioneer in ecumenical dialogue and a peacemaker, is a point of reference in the complex contemporary scene.
The theologian Piero Coda, President of the University Institute said: “Today, the world needs people who seek the unity of the human family, and the Patriarch is constantly rendering a valuable service towards a culture that aims at placing fraternity at the heart of human history”.
This event takes place when Loppiano celebrates the first 50 years of its foundation, and it continues to strengthen the relationship of esteem and collaboration between the Patriarchate of Constantinople and the Focolare Movement.
Press Release – October 19, 2015
Press Release – October 27, 2015
Message from Pope Francis – October 26, 2015
Bartholomew I – Biographical Profile
Sophia University Institute – Dossier
“Athenagoras I, Paul VI and Chiara Lubich” – video (available in high definition, please send your request to sif.press@focolare.org)
Updated on October 27, 2015
SIF – Focolare Information Service
