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The protagonists, the stories, Loppiano is a laboratory of fraternity in action.
Ave, an artist in the Potter’s hands
by Tamara Pastorelli – On 3 July, Silvana (Ave) Cerquetti, aged 96, a sculptor and co-founder of the Centro Ave Arte in Loppiano, returned to the Father’s house.
Magnifica Humanitas. Towards an AI with a human face
by Andrea Galluzzi – Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical reminds us of the need to ensure that the human face of technological innovation is not lost.
Osvaldo (Billy) Orlandi, a member of the Focolare Movement, has been ordained a priest
by Paolo Lòriga – Upon arriving in Loppiano to help establish the Training and Support Center, he was ordained a priest by Bishop Stefano Manetti.
Fr Eric and his extraordinary attention to detail
Father Eric’s experience at the Loppiano School for Priests, where he learned, among other things, excellent Italian.
by Paolo Lòriga
A bridge of solidarity and medicines in war-torn Lebanon
By Tamara Pastorelli – A summary of the past 6 months of activities for the “A Bridge for Lebanon” project.
Civic Service in Loppiano: a life-changing choice
By Tamara Pastorelli – The experiences of Niamh, Albert and Daniele, volunteers with Universal Civic Service who chose Loppiano as their base.
Claritas and its fruitful first 40 years
By Paolo Lòriga – The history of the seminary, as recounted by an eyewitness, Fr. Amedeo Ferrari.
Summer camps in Loppiano: let’s explore nature!
An experience in the green surroundings of Loppiano filled with play, nature and cultural encounters, where children grow, have fun and make new friends.
May Day: the surprising factor of ‘volunteering’
Behind the scenes of the Festival of Fraternity lies an invisible network of young people and professionals who have given their time, skills and hearts without asking for anything in return.
by Paolo Lòriga
May Day in Loppiano: when roots become bridges
Edited by the Editorial Staff – Three days dedicated to giving space and a voice to the younger generation, their life experiences, and their desire for brotherhood and peace.
1 May in Loppiano is the Festival of Fraternity
Edited by the Editorial Staff – Memory, dialogue, and a culture of encounter are the key themes proposed by the young organizers of the May Day celebration in Loppiano.
“ROOTS, discovering what unites us”
Edited by the Editorial Staff – Three days of gatherings, intercultural dialogue, and civic engagement to promote a culture of brotherhood and sisterhood among the younger generations