Representatives from 19 countries gathered in Palermo, Sicily, from 7 to 11 October 2026, for the conference entitled “Mediterranean Without Borders”, promoted by the Focolare Movement.
Margaret Karram, President of the Focolare Movement, sent a message to the conference held in Palermo encouraging peace, justice and human development in the Mediterranean region.
“La taħqarx il-barrani, u la tgħakksux, għax intom ukoll, kontu barranin fl-art tal-Eġittu” (Eż 22, 20).
Pope Leo XIV met with 83 cardinals and bishops, Friends of the Focolare Movement, coming from 40 countries. He invited them to be, within their local Churches and in a world marked by divisions and conflicts, witnesses to a unity capable of building lasting peace.
“This initiative truly touches my heart.” Margaret Karram returns to the Holy City, where she lived for 24 years, to take part in the inauguration of the ‘Within Your Gates’ Forum, organised by Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa and the University of Notre Dame.
The Focolare Movement participates in the initiative promoted by Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa which aims to contribute to paths of dialogue, reconciliation and peace in the Holy Land.
“Love does no harm to a neighbour; therefore love is the fulfilment of the Law” (Rom 13:10).
On the morning of 10th August, the earthly journey of Dr Kala Acharya ended. She was a deeply committed Hindu who was engaged in interreligious dialogue, and had a profound relationship with Chiara Lubich.
August 11, the liturgical feast of Saint Claire of Assisi, calls to mind both the first follower of Francis and Chiara Lubich. United by their love for God—despite living in different eras—these two great women share profound commonalities regarding the Christian message and the ability to transcend the conventions of their times.
“My soul magnifies the Lord.” (Luke 1:46).
