Wounded by the Desire for Beauty
StoriesHere is an excerpt from the biography of Fr. Giussani proposed by the Colorado communities after hosting a piano concert celebrating the centenary of Fr. Giussani.
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A Heart Full of Wondrous Love
StoriesFilled with a sense of freedom and belonging, Teresa shares what is happening in her life in Kansas.
The Grace To Belong
StoriesCaroline discovers a place and a people who help her to live her questions fully.
“Ultimately, the Secret Quality is Love”
StoriesA dinner in Minnesota born from the experience of the MedConference was a new beginning for Tom’s work.
The Reawakening of My Heart
StoriesHaving helped with the MedConference from its inception, Fedi is not spared the work of verifying that this place is necessary for her life.
Where Humanity and Beauty Coincide
StoriesAttending the MedConference for the first time, Michelle discovers the integration of medicine and faith.
“Who is this man?”
StoriesEncountering Fr. Rich, Emily desires to discover who Fr. Giussani is.
Celebrating the Centenary in Houston
StoriesBenedetto shares the beauty of the Houston community’s celebration of Fr. Giussani on the centenary of his birth.
“Why Is This Risk Worth Taking?”
StoriesAfter a last minute candidacy in the latest Italian elections, Francesco shares his decision to run and the things he discovered in taking this risk.
A Tenderness that Draws Near
StoriesCarie followed the CL audience with Pope Francis, even from her station in the Bahamas.
Walking as One
StoriesPilgrims from the US who traveled to Rome for the papal audience witness the communion generated by the faith of Fr. Giussani and cared for by Pope Francis.
A Call That Resounds
StoriesReflecting on his pilgrimage to Rome, Alessandro recalls the origin of his discovery of his vocation.
The Road to Rome
StoriesSome friends who traveled to Rome for the audience with Pope Francis share their experiences.
“Only Christ Takes My Humanity Completely To Heart”
StoriesIn Rome for the audience with Pope Francis, Audrey rediscovers what belonging to the Church means for her life.
A Unity We Do Not Create
StoriesTraveling alone from Alabama, Mandy finds herself among thousands of brothers and sisters, all united by the ‘yes’ of Fr. Giussani.
Hearts Filled in the Seas of Tallgrass Prairie
StoriesFriends from Atchison, Kansas City, Wichita, and Tulsa gather for a community day in Tallgrass Prairie Preserve
This Land is Your Land
StoriesJackie shares what she has discovered in Kansas City.
Florida: "A Companionship that Constitutes me"
StoriesAlberto has been visiting a convicted prisoner in Florida for several years. It is a story that dates back to a few years ago and that has changed his life. "The movement is not a ‘container’ where I go and take the things I know how to do…”
The Journey to the Truth
StoriesJanel shares her experience of giving a witness for the NYE exhibit on the life of Fr. Giussani
"Do you Know What You Desire?"
StoriesNatalie writes about her many brief encounters with CL that led to a deep belonging
Christ Is Everything for the Human Heart
StoriesFriends share the reason for their fidelity and affection for the tradition of "HR Monday"