Kala, an institution
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.
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.
The National Italian Catholic Newspaper, “Avvenire”, dedicated a feature article to the Focolare’s anniversary of 16th July 1949, which was celebrated in Fiera di Primiero, Italy.
The Word of God is like a seed which bears fruit when received with an open heart and perseverance and when with it, we manage to overcome difficulties. Jesus invites us not only to listen to it and understand it, but above all to live it concretely every day.
Charity is a most important virtue; it is everything. It is good, therefore, that we make an immediate effort to put it into practice. To do that we need to know what makes it special.
Young people of the world, unite”: this is the invitation that Chiara Lubich extended to the younger generations 60 years ago, so that each one could answer God’s call to live for unity in a practical way.
