"I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing!”(Lk 12:49)
Such a powerful moment
By Sharry Silvi
At Chiara’s side that day in Harlem
May 18, 1997. That unforgettable day will remain in my soul forever. I was next to Chiara when we walked together into the Malcolm Shabazz Mosque, both wearing our chadors. There was a very big crowd.
Chiara had prepared herself with great care, and I sensed she felt we were about to live a very important moment. While she was talking, the atmosphere in the hall was unbelievable. It was as if she were speaking to a group of people she had known for years.
(...)
EVENT
• Our Journey Towards the Excellence of the Human Family
On May 18, 1997, history was made at the Historic Malcolm Shabazz Mosque in Harlem, NY.
UNITY IN THE MAKING
Continuing efforts to extend dialogue in new directions
LIFE TO THE TEST
Tangible examples of spirituality in action
-
Profile
-
From The Teacher's Desk
-
Scripture Into Action
DEPARTMENTS
-
Environment
-
From The Editor's Desk
-
LC Inbox
OUTLOOK
The world through the lens of unity
© 2012 by the Focolare Movement (New York) •