“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)
Her Life was Unity
Unity: Life’s Ultimate Meaning
By Brendan PurcellFocolare founder Chiara Lubich’s impact on contemporary thought and culture
Our Chiara
By Oreste PaliottiChiara's sister, niece and grand-nephew give three perspectives of family.
Her Suffering Transformed Me
By Oreste PaliottiDr. Diana Piazzini describes how Chiara Lubich embraced her illness.
The Legacy She Left
By Emilie ChristyChiara Lubich's legacy: The Focolare founder's vision of humanity resonates particularly well with these times
What's Next?
By Paolo LorigaIn a post-Chiara world, the Focolare community readies itself to elect the first president to succeed its founder.
Her People
By living CityOne way to see Chiara Lubich is through the many lives she touched. And if there were a North American section of heaven, there she would find a good number to welcome her.







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