“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)
Social Issues
Life after the quake
By Emilie ChristyThe Focolare community in Haiti was featured in February’s Living City, which went to press just before the earthquake hit. Here’s what’s happening in the aftermath
After the quake
By Emilie ChristyWe featured the Focolare community in Haiti in the February issue, printed just before the earthquake hit. Some news in its aftermath
Is love strong enough to bring about true justice?
By Nancy ODonnellA civil rights activist finds answers and direction for her life
Life support
By Anne-Claire MotteThree sisters who live in the heart of Manhattan shared about their lives and their work.
Labor relations
By Jean Bernard Sa...A union leader in Burkina Faso works for reconciliation with a rival organization
Inner-city expression
By Amy UelmenMaureen O’Connell, theology professor at Fordham University, studies the role of community murals in social transformation. Her work highlights how local communities express justice and beauty
Successful collective efforts
By living CityThe Economy of Communion mentioned by Pope Benedict in his latest encyclical, “Caritas in Veritate,” inspires local entreprises around the world. A visit to the village of Vazantes, in the Brazilian state of Ceará, where social programs engage the entire community
Elementary Marvels
By Maria VillarCafe Con Leche: a remarkable children's school in a barrio of the Dominican Republic
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