“He came to his own and his own people did not accept him. But to those who did accept him he gave power to become children of God”. (Jn. 1,11-12) In communion with the Christ child who is coming among us, let us weave networks of justice, solidarity and welcome. So that all may recognizeRead more…

CONGREGATION FOR THE INSTITUTES OF CONSECRATED LIFE AND SOCIETIES OF APOSTOLIC LIFE PRESS RELEASE BURSAR’S MEETING: PRACTICAL GUIDELINES FOR THE FUTURE The Second International Symposium regarding financial matters, which was organized by the Congregation for the Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life at the Auditorium of the Pontifical University Antonianum came toRead more…

The miracle of Christmas As we walked through the park today, we saw a child running, climbing a wall and jumping into his father’s arms with shouts of laughter and excitement. The child kept repeating this game, finding it great fun. The child did not look at the father’s arms, making sure they were thereRead more…

The UN and UNICEF and the Faith Interface Whilst many governments have gone to great lengths to diminish the role of faith and religion in public affairs, the UN has developed a very constructive interface with faith leaders. The Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon has spoken publicly many times to highlight the important role of faithRead more…

USG – UISG Interreligious Dialogue Commission Meeting. This special meeting focuses on the Commission’s purpose and future plans for 2017. 15 Religious men and women are members of this fruitful commission. Read more on the commission

The Sicily Migrant Project of the UISG, born from the executive committee’s desire to enact a symbolic gesture in response to Pope Francis’ call and begun last December, is now a reality. A community of 10 sisters is involved in the three dioceses of Agrigento, Caltagirone and Caltanissetta with the commitment to be a presenceRead more…