Last week, members from the New York and Washington DC communities, flew out to Oakland, CA, invited by Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, to introduce the Community of Sant’Egidio and share stories of the great work it carries out. The local Catholic Voice covered the visit and full write up can be read here.
Appeal letter by the Community of Sant’Egidio USA to stop all state sanctioned executions during the upcoming Year of Mercy Dear friends, This year, Pope Francis announced the worldwide Holy Year of Mercy, due to commence on December 8th, 2015. Following on from Pope Francis widely expanding actions for hope and healing, peace and justice during […]
A delegation of the Community of Sant’Egidio led by Marco Impagliazzo, President of the Community, met with representatives of the US Administration on issues of peace in Africa, migration, and protection of minorities in the Middle East. The meetings were organized by the Office of Community in Washington, that for three years has ensured relations […]
Washington, DC, April 15, 2015 — From April to August the Community of Sant’Egidio in Washington, DC will host a series of dynamic public events, touching on relevant topics of faith and public life in anticipation of Pope Francis’ visit this September. The “Friends of Francis” series takes its cue from Pope Francis’ special request […]
The Christmas banquet with the poor is a cherished moment of the Community of Sant’Egidio throughout the world. In cities throughout the United States, we will bring our friends together, whether they be elderly from nursing homes, those living on the streets, or children in the School of Peace. During this generous time of giving […]