Through the life of missionary bishop Dom Mario Pasqualotto, Piero Facci recounts a vocation rooted in putting God first, lived through communion, missionary service and a preferential love for those on society’s margins, especially vulnerable young people.
In an age of growing secularization, Manuel María Bru Alonso proposes that the future of evangelization lies not in larger institutions but in creative, welcoming communities that embody communion, synodality and missionary witness through relationships, prayer and service.
In a fragmented world marked by the collapse of communities and social bonds, this editorial reflects on the Christian call to “empty oneself” in service of others, proposing kenosis as the foundation for authentic communion, synodality and a renewed humanity.
Birashoboka – It Can Be Done tells the inspiring story of how community microcredit in Burundi has transformed the lives of vulnerable families, especially women, empowering them to build businesses, strengthen communities, and create sustainable opportunities through solidarity and shared responsibility.
EDITORIAL – Entering a new continent POPE FRANCIS – All in the same boat CHIARA LUBICH – An impossibility for millions of isolated souls EGIDIO
The Church Among the People reflects on the Church’s vocation to be present in the midst of humanity, sharing its joys, struggles and hopes. Through theological insights and pastoral experiences from diverse contexts, the contributors explore mission, synodality, community and service, presenting a Church that listens, accompanies and witnesses to the Gospel by walking alongside the people it serves.
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EDITORIAL – Education: a global commitment CHIARA LUBICH – An endless desireBISHOP KLAUS HEMMERLE – Finding their pathALESSANDRA SMERILLI FMA – A Church with doors
focus | insights In the spirit of Vatican II – forging transparent identities Religions together, prophecy of a new humanity Interview with Piero Coda We
focus | insights Rediscovering a long forgotten principle Mission: universal fraternity A brief interview with Italian ethicist Antonio Maria Baggio Referring back to a comprehensive article
focus | insights The Abu Dhabi Document: summary and response Human Fraternity for peace and coexistence Rita Moussalem The Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace
Chiara Lubich reflects on universal fraternity as the surest path to peace and the unity of peoples. Rooted in the Gospel, she invites individuals and nations to overcome division through love, dialogue, reconciliation and the recognition of every person as a brother or sister.
Drawing on his Message for the World Day of Peace, Pope Francis presents fraternity as the essential path to justice, solidarity and lasting peace. He calls humanity to overcome indifference and recognise every person as a brother or sister.
Towards a Mysticism of the “We” explores the spirituality of communion as the heart of Christian life. Drawing on Scripture, theology and lived experience, the articles examine how relationships rooted in God’s presence transform individuals, communities and society. Inspired by Pope Francis, Chiara Lubich and contemporary theologians, the issue presents the “mysticism of the we” as a path towards synodality, friendship, unity and mission in today’s world.
