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New City has just published its August-September edition, which you can find online now: https://www.newcity.co.uk/aug-sept-2024-n-591
Articles by Frank Johnson, Pat Witney, Michel Bronzwaer, Lesley Ellison, Joan Patricia Back, Chiara Lubich, Catherine Duncan, Maria Buckle and Paul Gateshill.
Hot off the press: The life of Ulisse tells the story of an Islamic-Christian encounter that goes beyond the suspicions of the present, the prejudices of the past and dogmatic oppositions, in order to discover a true and daily communion between the peoples who live in Algeria. https://www.newcity.co.uk/books/ulisse-caglioni-a-flower-in-the-desert
How are you feeling? The July edition of the New City magazine is available online: https://www.newcity.co.uk/july-2024-n-590
June edition is out now>>> https://www.newcity.co.uk/june-2024-n-589/ #1
Here is the May edition of the magazine available now.
From the contents:
Paul Gateshill celebrates the extraordinary life and witness of Maria Walsh who concluded her earthly life in February this year.
For the next few months David Hickey supplies us with spiritual thoughts on the theme for this year.
Simon H***e was one of the first Anglican priests to get to know the Focolare Movement. Right from the start he lived the spirituality seriously and it became the bedrock of his life. His son, Patrick, gives an insight into the life of this ‘apostle’ of unity.
Joan Back interviews Sherin Helmy. They have known one another for many years and shared much of their ecumenical journey. Sherin is currently living in the Focolare house in New York.
Word of Life – May 2024
Lombardi and Pius XII - We continue with Michel Bronzwaer’s fascinating series on the early years of the Focolare Movement.
Anne Marie Duffy and Juanita Majury report on a current initiative: Let’s join the dots together
Lesley Ellison shares a moment when she felt overwhelmed by God’s compassion.
Eleanor Duncan shares her enthusiasm for New City’s latest publication: Glimpses of Paradise.
Pat Kane presents the work of Etel Adnan.
Uli Yeomans re-visits a recipe shared two years ago offering a nice sweet dish.
To my muse - a poem by Cathy Beer.
EDITORIAL PROFILE The ‘miracle’ girl Paul Gateshill celebrates the extraordinary life and witness of Maria Walsh who concluded her earthly life in February this year. SPIRITUALITY A life-changing proclamation (1) For the next few months David Hickey supplies us with spiritual thoughts on the the...
The April edition of New City magazine has been published. https://www.newcity.co.uk/april-2024-n-587/
From the contents: Frank Johnson looks back over the life of Jonathan Cotton; Liz Taite reports on the meeting for Church Leaders held at the Focolare Centre for Unity – 18th January 2024; Maria and Raimondo Scotto talk about the importance of tenderness in a relationship; the final part of Margaret Karram’s talk on the Focolare theme for the year; Word of Life – April 2024; Michel Bronzwaer continues his series about the early years and development of the Focolare Movement; Robbie Young explores different perspectives on death; Uli Yeomans reviews the recently published autobiography of Serenella (Sharry) Silvi; Elisa Puzzolo shares the fruits of her saying yes to God; David Burke shares his spiritual reflections prompted by his attempt to weave a basket; Mary Gateshill shares a suprise recipe of coloured pancakes; a poem by David A Campton: The Fixer.
EDITORIAL PROFILE A child of the Gospel Frank Johnson looks back over the life of Jonathan Cotton. ECUMENISM May they all be one Liz Taite reports on the meeting for Church Leaders held at the Focolare Centre for Unity – 18th January 2024. FAMILY Tenderness Maria and Raimondo Scotto, who for many ...
Pieta
https://www.newcity.co.uk/pieta/
The Methodist Modern Art Collection is being exhibited this month at the Focolare Centre for Unity.
Over the last three months, Pat Kane has explored some of the works of art from the Methodist Modern Art Collection which is being exhibited this month at the Focolare Centre for Unity. In the Middle Ages and Renaissance times when a new painting was unveiled, people would travel
Now you can find online the March edition of the New City magazine https://www.newcity.co.uk/march-2024-n-586/
From the contents:
ARTS
Pieta
Over the last three months, Pat Kane has explored some of the works of art from the Methodist Modern Art Collection which is being exhibited this month at the Focolare Centre for Unity.
PROFILE
Face2Face with Paul Gateshill
After ten years as the editor of New City magazine, Paul Gateshill steps down from this role. Mark D’Arcy interviews him about his experience.
ECUMENISM
My ecumenical journey – Archimandrite Panteleimon Papasynefakis
Archimandrite Panteleimon Papasynefakis is the general director of SYNYPARXIS the Ecumenical Refugee Programme of the Orthodox Church of Greece. Joan Patricia Back visited him at their office in Athens to learn about their work.
FOCOLARE
Years of uncertainty
Michel Bronzwaer continues his series about the early years and development of the Focolare Movement.
WORD IN ACTION
One Sunday
A reader shares her experience of living the Word of Life for January.
SPIRITUALITY OF UNITY
Word of Life – March 2024
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me (Ps. 51 [50]: 10)
What is asked of us is mutual love, service, understanding and sharing in the sufferings and joys of others. We are asked for a love that covers and forgives all.
VIEW FROM (JUST OUTSIDE) ROME
Building bridges
Lesley Ellison continues her series about living and working near Rome.
SPIRITUALITY
The call to be radical and authentic
The theme for the Focolare Movement this year is about being called by God and sent into the world to build the Kingdom of Heaven. We continue with extracts from Margaret Karram’s talk.
REFLECTION
Blessed are the meek
Robbie Young reflects on humanity’s constant desire for revenge and the need to retaliate.
CORRESPONDENCE
Mike Robinson
THOUGHTS FROM THE KITCHEN
A gift from Nigeria
Lindaqueen Amanze shares a recipe for Egg Sauce from her native Nigeria.
POETRY AND SUDOKU
Disciple of the day
By Jim Deeds
Don't miss the February edition of New City magazine.
https://www.newcity.co.uk/february-2024-n-585/
Contents:
EDITORIAL
THEATRE
Etty… in transit
November 30th 2023 marked the 80th anniversary of Etty Hillesum’s death in Auschwitz. It was also the opening night of a new play about her called Etty… in transit. So, who was Etty Hillesum and why is her life and message important eighty years on? Mark D’Arcy interviews Paul Gateshill who wrote the script.
FOCOLARE
A breath of new life
Michel Bronzwaer continues his series about the early years and development of the Focolare Movement.
ECUMENISM
Called to unity
In November 2023 the ‘Together for Europe’ (TfE) meeting was held in Timișoara, Romania. Joan Patricia Back participated at this event and shares her impressions.
SPIRITUALITY OF UNITY
Word of Life – February 2024
Let all that you do be done in love (1 Cor. 16: 14)
This Word of Life teaches us to approach others with respect, without falsehood, with creativity, making room for their best aspirations, so that each person can make a contribution to the common good.
VIEW FROM (JUST OUTSIDE) ROME
The other voice
Lesley Ellison continues her series about living near Rome.
WORD IN ACTION
Giving it all to God
Sometimes insurmountable tasks can be achieved, through prayer. Here are two experiences from readers.
SPIRITUALITY
It’s love that makes us free
The theme for the Focolare Movement this year is about being called by God and sent out into the world to build the kingdom of heaven. We continue with extracts from Margaret Karram’s talk.
CORRESPONDENCE
K. Pennington
ARTS
Speaking to the heart and soul
Pat Kane introduces us to three more images coming to the Focolare Centre for Unity in March 2024.
THOUGHTS FROM THE KITCHEN
The surprises are contained within
Mary Gateshill offers a recipe for a delicious Apple amaretti cake.
POETRY AND SUDOKU
Domestic drama
By David A Campton
Blessed Chiara Badano - Her Secrets to Happiness
Find the book:
https://www.newcity.co.uk/books/blessed-chiara-badano/
The January edition of the New City magazine is available:
EDITORIAL CHURCH AND SOCIETY Listening to the cry Claudia Melis reports on the work of CASAI (Church action on sexual abuse issues). FOCOLARE From Trent to Rome Michel Bronzwaer continues his series about the early years and development of the Focolare Movement. ECUMENISM The big question! Lesley El...
A new book arrived from the printers yesterday. It is aimed at 9-16 years old and for young people who are preparing for confirmation. It will make an excellent Christmas present! Have a look at it:
https://www.newcity.co.uk/books/blessed-chiara-badano/
The December edition of New City magazine is available now. Contents in the first comment. https://www.newcity.co.uk/december-2023-n-583
The November issue is available now. Read more about the secularisation of Western culture: Where are the challenges? What next? Where does a Trojan Horse come from? Reflections by Robbie Young (p. 16-17).
https://www.newcity.co.uk/november-2023-n-582
The second part of our article about Artificial Intelligence.
https://www.newcity.co.uk/the-genie-is-out-of-the-bottle/
Read online the October edition of New City magazine:
PAGE 3 – EDITORIAL PAGE 4 – TECHNOLOGY The genie is out of the bottle – Artificial Intelligence (part 2) John Green concludes his exploration of some of the benefits and challenges of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution. PAGE 6 – PRAYER Patrick – Apostle of Ireland David Hickey ...
The Still Waters of Beauty – Remembering St Augustine today.
If you feel you should know more about the Fathers of the Church, there is an opportunity to read a series of books published by New City.
Penny Thornton's review: https://www.newcity.co.uk/the-still-waters-of-beauty-augustine-of-hippo/
Get the book and our special offer: https://www.newcity.co.uk/books/the-still-waters-of-beauty/
Tribute and book launch - Save the date:
Tuesday 5th September 2023
In case you missed it: the main article of this month about AI
https://www.newcity.co.uk/artificial-intelligence-a-two-edged-sword/
(To be continued)
The August-September edition of New City magazine is available now.
PAGE 3 – EDITORIAL PAGE 4 – TECHNOLOGY Artificial Intelligence – A two-edged sword? In this two-part series John Green explores some of the benefits and challenges of the AI revolution. PAGE 6 – ECUMENISM Building bridges in Europe Joan Patricia Back reports on the recent General Assembly of...
* HUMOUR * STORYTELLING * POETRY * SPIRITUALITY *
For your relaxing and uplifting holiday we recommend:
https://www.newcity.co.uk/featured-books/
Save the date! 1st March – 7th April 2024 Methodist Modern Art Collection exhibition in Welwyn Garden City. Read more: https://www.newcity.co.uk/deepening-the-mystery/
"One of the art world’s unexpected treasures, including some of the most powerful and arresting religious art of the 20th and 21st centuries." — Tim Marlow, Chief Executive and Director of the Design Museum, London, and former Artistic Director of the Royal Academy
Science is trying to develop an entity which is far superior that anything human intelligence can hope to achieve. Robbie Young reflects on the struggle between science, technology and religion. In the July edition of New City magazine:
https://www.newcity.co.uk/gotta-serve-somebody/
A great book, published by New City recently, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Westminster Interfaith.
https://www.newcity.co.uk/books/transcendence/
Transcendence - Prayer of People of Faith
A careful selection of prayers and sacred texts on various themes from a wide range of religious and cultural traditions.
A brave new world
‘AI will tear us apart…’ ― Financial Times
Padraic Gilligan explores two different themes in his article which are ever-present in the media: Artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainability. Read it now:
https://www.newcity.co.uk/a-brave-new-world/
Society - New City magazine, July 2023.
The cordless vacuum cleaner from Lidl was a great buy, a very good make and light. However, just a year later it became faulty. We were not in a rush to take it back as on the box it had said it was guaranteed for three years.
When I did take it back I was told it was guaranteed for only one year. The manager explained that it was only the vacuum cleaner company who guaranteed it for three years, not Lidl. I was about to argue, get annoyed and quote trading standards but then stopped to take in what he was saying – that after Lidl’s guarantee expires, items aren’t recognised at the till, much as they would want to help. He told me I could ring customer services on the number stuck on the outside of the entrance door, and that if I was fortunate enough for them to answer they might ask me to post it back. However, as we no longer had the box it was very unlikely we would get a replacement or refund. I thought to myself that this money is the capital of God, not mine and so I had to have faith that all these obstacles would not get in the way...
Read the whole article by Cathy Beer: https://www.newcity.co.uk/the-vacuum-cleaner/
Word in Action - New City magazine, July 2023.
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Jim's prayer: OXIGEN
Just as my body withers and dies
When starved of oxygen
So too my soul would do
Without you
Read more: https://www.newcity.co.uk/oxygen/
What you find in the July edition of New City magazine:
https://www.newcity.co.uk/july-2023-n-579
THE PARADOX OF SELF-ESTEEM
Denis Boyd, a psychologist and therapist based in Vancouver, Canada, explores what it means to have a healthy love of self.
THE VACUUM CLEANER
Cathy Beer struggles over a refund and finds herself caught up in a car park altercation…
MY ECUMENICAL JOURNEY – GARO AMIDI
Joan Patricia Back catches up with Garabet (Garo) Amidi, who lives in Lebanon and belongs to the Armenian Apostolic Church. He is married to Nicole who is a Melkite Greek Catholic and they have three daughters.
A FEATHER ON THE BREATH OF GOD – HILDEGARD OF BINGEN
David Hickey explores the writings, music and influence of Hildegard of Bingen.
WORD OF LIFE – JULY 2023
Whoever gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones in the name of a disciple – truly I tell you, none of these will lose their reward (Mt. 10: 42).
Everything can be transformed into attentive and caring service. Love will give us new eyes to sense what others need and to approach them with creativity and generosity.
JOY AND HOPE – A MALTESE MARIAPOLIS
Maria Bonnici writes about her experience at the Mariapolis held recently in Malta. While she was only able to attend for one afternoon, it left a lasting impression on her.
A BRAVE NEW WORLD
Padraic Gilligan explores two different themes in this article which are ever-present in the media: Artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainability.
GOTTA SERVE SOMEBODY
Robbie Young reflects on the struggle between science, technology and religion.
DEEPENING THE MYSTERY
A prestigious art exhibition is coming to the Focolare Centre for Unity during Lent and Easter 2024. Paul Gateshill reports.
BUCKWHEAT CAKE
Uli Yeomans shares a recipe via northern Italy and Austria for buckwheat cake.
OXYGEN
A poem by Jim Deeds
Meet me in the metaverse - in New City magazine, June edition:
https://www.newcity.co.uk/june-2023-n-578/
The virtue of hope from a spiritual and psychological perspective. In the May edition of New City magazine https://www.newcity.co.uk/may-2023-n-577/
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