Chiara Lubich's story

The darkness, anguish and final spiritual “night” that Chiara Lubich experienced; Sophia University Institute is born

Chiara Lubich was founder and first president of the Focolare Movement, and a prolific writer.

We continue to celebrate the centennial of her birth (1920) by covering key moments in her life.

Part 20: 2004–2007

Her story

Chiara Lubich was founder and first president of the Focolare Movement, and a prolific writer.

We continue to celebrate the centennial of her birth (1920) by covering key moments in her life.

Part 19: 1997–2004

First cities, then Europe and the world

Honorary citizenships for Focolare founder Chiara Lubich, fellowship among European movements, connecting with Muslims and Hindus