Fargo, North Dakota
StoriesThe Fargo Community inhabits a remote corner of the U.S., far from any other CL Community. What generated that beauty? An Interview with Matt Prendiville
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A Part of Who I Am
StoriesLiving as an "empty nester," Doreen seems to have everything she needs right now. And yet, there is this longing for more.
Living Reality "Intensely"
StoriesWhat difference does School of Community make? Corie is learning what it means to "take in and live what is right in front of me."
Life Happens Now
StoriesWhen Covid hit, Matt found himself working under one roof with his six kids and his pregnant wife, desperately seeking "projects" that provided an escape. Then, an invitation came.
A People Awakened
StoriesZoom happy hours, WhatsApp threads, unexpected new friends: the experience of the Seattle Community
New York Encounter #WhereverYouLive
StoriesCan New York Encounter still be an "encounter" over Zoom? Can what seems impossible, but is most desirable, become reality? Elisa wanted to find out.
Moving Toward the Center
StoriesSam, a recent convert, finds in School of Community an unexpected friendship and a well that is deep.
Home, with a Capital "H"
StoriesAfter a season of distraction, saying "yes" to her fiancé prompts Leti to re-engage the proposal of School of Community.
I Want to Stay Awake to See Him
StoriesStruggling after the deaths of both of her parents, Melissa discovers unexpected joy in a "painfully beautiful" encounter.
Faith: Recognition and Obedience
StoriesHomily of his Excellency Archbishop Christophe Pierre
Nothing Can Stop the Encounter of Christ in the World
StoriesWhat good can come during the lockdown and pandemic? Seeking to find out, Fred follows the sound of a sermon broadcast across the highway to discover a man who is free.
Risking on "Radiance"
StoriesTaking a chance on Father Carrón's Radiance in Your Eyes leads Maria to an unexpected opportunity to share the CL charism.
New York Encounter Day 2: The Faith of Father Giussani
StoriesThis exhibit was a beautiful example to me, and I’m sure to many others, of how easy it is to encounter this man Giussani over and over again—and how each time it is fresh and new.
New York Encounter, Day 3: Lessons Learned
Stories“Was it really worth it to go through this whole experience?” moderator and high school teacher Patrick Tommasi posed to a group of educators during Sunday afternoon’s panel discussion, “Lessons Learned.”
New York Encounter, Day 3: A Desperate Cry for Justice
Stories“What meets the demands of justice and the demands of the human heart?”
New York Encounter, Day 3: Hope Always Surprises Me
StoriesAt the close of the New York Encounter weekend, the event “Hope always surprises me” featured six speakers whose lives had involved substantial challenges even prior to the difficulties of 2020.
New York Encounter, Day 3: Why on Earth?
StoriesA panel on mental health.
New York Encounter, Day 2: Defenseless? A Conversation on the Power of Big Tech
StoriesUltimately, no matter which side of the political spectrum one belongs to, what is at stake is democracy itself and, at a deeper level, free conscience and individual liberty.
New York Encounter, Day 2: Not By Profit Alone
StoriesAn online conversation on rethinking work, business, and economy in a post-COVID world.
New York Encounter, Day 2: The Core of Our Humanity
StoriesWhat is requisite for the flourishing of the individual and the world vis-à-vis the nexus of community?
New York Encounter, Day 2: When You Hit Reality
StoriesAt the New York Encounter every year there is a performance on Saturday evening. This year, a roast of 2020 showcased the talent of five comedians.