Ubuntu: I am because we are
Jillian spent two years serving in the Peace Corps in South Africa, living in a small village and learning to speak Xitsonga. “I started with the intention to give back, but I realized that I received so much more …”
December 2013
A fountain of light and wisdom
Remembering Aldo ” Stedile, a pioneer of the Focolare who inspired many with his enthusiasm and passion for unity.
Cause of beatification of Chiara Lubich, founder of the Focolare
The Focolare Movement solicits the opening of the cause of beatification and canonization of its founder Chiara Lubich
Two bits of good news
One side of the Cube of Love invites everybody to love their enemies. Here’s how two children in Indianapolis took that seriously at school …
People of resilient faith
Thirty-three islands hugging the equatorial line in the South Pacific make up the Republic of Kiribati — it is a disappearing nation, but it faces its challenges with dignity…
A shepherd’s story
What possibly happened in Bethlehem 2013 years ago — a Christmas tale by a storyteller from Connecticut
Stay calm, make it in advance
A panettone pudding for the holiday season – a sweet treat with a festive note that won’t stress you on Christmas Eve…
Just show up!
What can we learn from Woody Allen? If we don’t hesitate too much, we can discover unexpected potential in ourselves and our relationships…
Trust in a tough moment
Helping a client face his addiction, a social worker realized, “It’s not about him lying to me, it’s about me serving my neighbor…”
Putting aside my plans
My aunt needed help with her resume. I was in a rush, and the deadline wasn’t until later…couldn’t it wait until tomorrow?
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