“Repent, and believe in the Gospel” (Mk 1:15).
April 2009 Articles
Source of universal peace
By Maria FerrazziLove and unity are essential for any family to overcome life’s challenges. Our six-part series on families worldwide begins with a couple’s journey in war-torn Lebanon.
5 Steps to Family Unity
By Alberto FrisoTips for today’s couples: a spiritual approach for families worldwide
World Family
By living CityA global conference in Mexico emphasizes its strategy not to “combat the world, but to dialogue with it.”
Be my eyes
By living CityOmero is a spirited association in Bergamo, Italy, that partners visually impaired teenagers with others with normal vision for sports and cultural activities.
Success stories
By Lucia MartinezGreenaccord’s international forum profiles two media specialists who currently reach millions with their effective, proactive messages
Masterpiece of love
By Chiara LubichIt has many definitions, whether it be from sociologists, moral theologians, educators, politicians or psychologists. But how does God see the family?
Solidarity and interconnectedness
By Nancy ODonnellThe American spirit of discovery stands out with the Delafields
A generous start
By Emilie ChristyA young European couple begins their married life with a stay at a Focolare community.
The Church is always in reform
By living CityMuch still to be explored by churches on the Eucharist
True reconciliation
By living CityHow to conquer fear amidst violence. A real-life story from Kenya
For Church communion - Part 1
By Michel VandeleeneThis issue we begin a series on the spirituality of communion, a particular gift God gave to Chiara Lubich to benefit the Church and humanity
Clyde
By living CityIn my job, I work with many clients. several years ago I first met Clyde, who was in his early 80s. He had a very strong personality and also some very well-established opinions.
The joy of the Risen Lord
By Clare ZanzucchiThe majority of Christians around the world will celebrate Easter on April 12. It is a momentous occasion, full of hope.
Words vs. life
By Maria VillarIn the academic world, the fascination with words is so strong that we tend to forget that ideas without embodiment only constitute a “cemetery of thoughts.”
Keeping the faith in college
By So Youn Rosa KimThe start of college vividly remains an important turning point in my life ... While I can’t say I have figured everything out as a student, I understand the heart of the experience that Claire Seibert shares with us.
Clone of Words vs. life
By Tom HIn the academic world, the fascination with words is so strong that we tend to forget that ideas without embodiment only constitute a “cemetery of thoughts.”
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