“The kingdom of heaven is like a merchant searching for fine pearls. When he finds a pearl of great price, he goes and sells all that he has and buys it” (Mt. 13:45-46)
December 2009
In the footsteps of Jesus
By Susan KoppA journey to the Holy Land resonates deeply for a Focolare group. They give us a virtual tour
Bernadette “Berni” Ephraim
By Bernadette EphraimMade up of people of all ages and walks of life, the Focolare is a home that welcomes all those who want to build unity and peace in the world. Each month we feature someone who shares its collective spirituality.
The spiritual life of children
By Clare ZanzucchiWe dedicate this issue to the spiritual life of children.
Emissions down, renewables up
By Lucia MartinezEarth Policy Institute’s Lester Brown sums up the huge shifts in energy sourcing happening all around us
The epitome of love
By Amy UelmenDecember 12 marks the feast of Our Lady od Guadalupe, patron of the Americas, a continual inspiration for the Art of Loving
Finding the freedom to forgive
By living CityA reader responds to a book review and another reader finds the freedom to forgive
In Thanksgiving
By living CityA couple keeps in check the holiday frenzy, and as a consequence, creates "a welcoming home filled with love and a good meal as well."
Thank you India
By living CityFocolare teens from around the world journey to Coimbatore for a Supercongress with their peers from Gandhian groups







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