“Repent, and believe in the Gospel” (Mk 1:15).
July 2007 Articles
Realize What Life Is
By Chiara LubichPeople are truly happy only if they turn on the motor of their lives — love — and keep it running. Chiara Lubich shares her vision for a world united in mutual love.
Veil of Identity
By living CityFrench tensions over religious head coverings reveal the arduous task of building a society that is culturally diverse, yet essentially united.
Doing Things Well
By living CityCitizens and politicians around the world are focusing their efforts on renewing their cities, towns and villages with the spirituality of unity. This month, we focus on a program for people living below the poverty line in New York’s Hudson Valley.
Dialogue vs. Evangelization?
By Amy UelmenIn a pluralistic society, do we still convert people? Love can bridge two apparent opposites and avoid the pitfalls of aggressive proselytism.
Global Problem Calls for Global Response
By Clare ZanzucchiSome 80 scholars and experts from 20 countries participated in the International Conference on Climate Change and Development organized by the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace in Rome. Pope Benedict XVI spoke of a lifestyle that respects the environment and the needs of all around the world.
Living Generously
By living City"As I reflect over the last 10 years of our Muslim community’s relationship with a Catholic-based movement in all kinds shared experiences, we were discovering long-lost relatives that have found their true common heritage."Imam Saahir shares his story and reflections.
The Art of Letting Go
By Tom Rowley"All these changes gave us the realization that love conquers everything." Family life is an adventure of making ourselves one.
That Third Gallon
By living City"Here was an opportunity to live the Word of Life that month, “I am among you as the one who serves” (Lk 22:27)." Being a servant to the end brings unexpected results.
The Courage to Say Yes
By So Youn Rosa Kim"Connecting with Jesus crucified and forsaken gave me the peace and the strength I needed to leave everything up to God and to entrust my struggle to him." A young professional shares her experience of finding and living unity.
Gesuina Paras
By living City"The spirituality of unity also enlightened me in my faith, helping me solidify the values and ideals that have become guiding principles in my life." A young professional shares her story.
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