“Repent, and believe in the Gospel” (Mk 1:15).
November 2007 articles
A Call for Universal Fraternity
By Chiara LubichExcerpts from the Focolare founder’s address to British politicians at the Palace of Westminster, London, in June 2004
A Collaborative Success Story: Loja City, Ecuador
By Lucia MartinezChanging its face for the better, benefiting both the local environment and the people who inhabit it, Loja, Ecuador has set an example for cities and communities around the world.
Charlene Balkunas
By living City"I asked God to please restore my family and put my trust in him saying, 'It’s in your hands.' Shortly after that, I received an invitation from a friend to go to a Christmas party. I accepted, and it changed my life forever," Charlene Balkunas shares her story.
Giving Witness
By living City"I was drained, but inside I was very much at peace,..." The Gospels give courage to those who put them in practice.
A Difficult Situation
By living City"I am beginning to realize that suffering is never wasted if I give my 'yes.'"
Shifting Leaves
By living City"...and I don’t see how you can work this miracle, but I’m asking you for a miracle—to move the leaves.” Family life offers many opportunities to find the personal Love of God.
The Basis of Love
By living City"I could have let my pride take over and not bother to start over with her,..." Every family faces difficult moments. Unity is a built and rebuilt.
Blessings for Each Other
By living CityIn the spirit of family and the Shabbat, a second international symposium brought together Jews and Christians from across the globe.
Teens Online
By Marilyn BoeschEven in the poorest regions of the world Internet access is available and teens everywhere are surfing the web. Researchers look at patterns in their activity.
An African Politician-Saint?
By living CityTanzania’s first president, Mwalimu Nyerere, is admired for his idealism and personal integrity.
Inside the U.N.
By living CityArchbishop Celestino Migliore heads the Vatican delegation to the United Nations, moving beyond religious taboos there to contribute toward consensus and solutions.
Hard-Earned Wisdom in Hollywood
By Emilie ChristyRon Austin’s new book, In a New Light, reveals a vision for the art of film making, exploring a spiritual foundation for film work and seeking ways to find common ground to build creative relationships.
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