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FOCOLARE WORD OF LIFE July 2026 “The seed sown on rich soil is the one who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit” (Mt 13:23).

Listen to 2 beautiful experiences on this month's Word of Life: “As you go, make this proclamation: ‘The kingdom of heaven is at hand.’ [...] Without cost you have received; without cost you are to give.” (Mt 10:7-8) 1. Réal Sauvageau, a Marist brother from Quebec shares about his work in Vietnam with youth. 2. Msgr Lewis Gaetano is from Canton Ohio and he shares a profound experience on how he pr...

The Word of Life for June reminds us that Jesus sends his disciples out as living signs of God’s nearness, proclaiming not only with words but with their way of being that the kingdom of heaven is already at hand—a kingdom of peace, justice, mercy, and reconciliation that grows quietly like a mustard seed and draws close wherever love is present. This kingdom is pure gift, received not through mer...

"As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” Having said this, he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit” (Jn 20:21-22).

In this month’s Word of Life Experiences, Deacon Bobby, Beatrice, and Father Pete reflect on Luke 24:29 — “Stay with us, because it is almost evening.” Through moments of suffering, uncertainty, and unexpected encounters, each shares how God’s presence became clear—even when it wasn’t recognized at first. From serving the forgotten, to facing illness and loss, to healing within family struggles, t...

In this Word of Life reflection, Fr. Tyler invites us to encounter Jesus at the heart of human suffering. He shares the story of a woman who had been away from the Church for years, yet in her final moments, she desired Jesus—and experienced the fullness of God’s mercy. This month’s Word of Life—“Stay with us, because it is almost evening” (Luke 24:29)—comes from the road to Emmaus, where the rise...

In this April 2026 Word of Life, we reflect on the moving encounter on the road to Emmaus: “Stay with us, because it is almost evening” (Luke 24:29). Two disciples, discouraged and disillusioned, walk away from Jerusalem—until a mysterious companion joins them, listens to their pain, and gradually rekindles hope in their hearts. In this powerful moment, we are invited to recognize our own journey:...

The Focolare Word of Life Podcast "I Had Nothing to Give, So I Gave It to God" In this month’s Word of Life Experiences, Karen, Deacon Erik, and Joyce reflect on Matthew 17:7 — “Get up and do not be afraid.” Karen shares how turning thirty brought unexpected fears about her future and vocation. Through a conversation with her father and a renewed trust in God, she learned to let go of expectations...

Welcome to the March 2026 Word of Life reflection by Fr. Tyler Mattson. This month’s scripture phrase is: “Get up and do not be afraid." Matthew 17:7

March Word of Life: "Get up and do not be afraid." (Mt 17:7)

Welcome to the February 2026 Word of Life reflection by Fr. Tyler Mattson. This month’s scripture phrase is: “See, I am making all things new.” Rev 21:5

The Focolare Word of Life is a monthly Scripture phrase selected by the Focolare Movement that people around the world are invited to reflect on, live by, and put into practice in everyday life. It’s more than just reading a Bible verse — it’s about letting a specific word or sentence from Scripture shape how we act, relate to others, and grow in unity with God and one another. The phrase is share...

FOCOLARE WORD OF LIFE January 2026   “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling.” (Eph 4:4) During the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity,[1] we are invited to focus our attention on a particular theme found in Paul's letter to the Ephesians. In what is called to be his “prison letters,” he urges his readers to give credible witness to their faith by...

 "Behold, I make all things new". Welcome to the December 2025 Word of Life reflection by Fr. Tyler Mattson. This month’s scripture phrase is: “All the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God”  Taken from Isaiah 52:10

Focolare Word of Life — December 2025 “All the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God” (Is 52:10). Taken into exile in Babylon, the people of Israel lost everything: their land, their king, the temple, and thus the possibility to worship their God—the one who in the past had brought them out of Egypt. But now, the voice of a prophet makes an astonishing announcement: it is time to re...

In this episode, you’ll hear three inspiring stories of peace in action. Marie shares how a peaceful demonstration at her school became a moment of real transformation. Anton offers a delightful story filled with the simple wisdom of peacemaking. And Miguel reflects on how patience and understanding helped him build a more peaceful relationship.

Welcome to this month’s Word of Life reflection by Fr. Tyler Mattson. The Word of Life for NOVEMBER 2025 is: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” (Matthew Chapter 5, verse 9) To watch the video version of this reflection, visit the Focolare Media YouTube channel. And to listen to the commentary on the Word of Life just go to the previous episode of this podcast....