The sacredness of Mount Kenya in Kikuyu tradition
Mount Kenya, at 5199 meters, is the second-highest peak in Africa (the highest is Kilimanjaro, in Tanzania). For the people living in the surrounding areas, Mount Kenya is sacred. This extinct volcano stands impressively almost on the line of the Equator (just to the south), about 190 km from Nairobi. Its diverse and unique ecosystems […]
Bolivia: Women Who Inspire, as they Breathe and Dream
In indigenous cultures, female intuitions and sensibilities linked to ancestors and to Mother Earth prove decisive for the journey of the community during the time of the pandemic. Among the Andean and Amazonian peoples, women have many faces and ways of being and living, that wonderful diversity that becomes unity in struggles and common actions […]
Ecuador: The Galapagos Islands, A Maritime Sanctuary
Designing the ‘Common House’. Overall pastoral care. The Synod: ‘Live the experience of the pilgrims of Emmaus’. We talk with Mons. Patrizio Bonilla, Bishop and Apostolic Vicar of the Galapagos. The archipelago of about 50 volcanic islands is located in the Pacific Ocean 1000 km from the west coast of South America. They are an […]
The Youth Corner: We Are the “Now” of God
Vocation is a gift from God that reveals our authenticity. In this path of self-discovery and discernment, listening, dialogue and accompaniment are fundamental elements. There is a common aspect to vocation. As Pope Francis says, it is “a gift from God.” Now, when we offer a gift to a true friend, we don’t give him […]
Oral Literature: Goat, Lion and Snake
Goat and Lion were walking together in the forest. “Friend Lion, where have you been?” asked Goat. “I have just come from a feast with Leopard and Antelope and Zebra and many other animals,” said Lion. “You have many fine friends – said Goat -. I am all alone and no one cares for me. […]
Herbs & Plants: Steganotaenia Araliacea – The Carrot Tree
It is a multipurpose medicinal plant and can be used, in particular, to treat pneumonia, asthma, arthritis, chronic ulcer, sore throat, and fever. An essential oil is obtained from the leaves which are used for various purposes. Steganotaenia araliacea (Family Apiaceae/Umbelliferae), commonly referred to as the carrot tree, is a small, aromatic, deciduous tree growing […]
Sudan: The vestiges of the Kingdom of Kush
The largest concentration of pyramids in the world was discovered not in Egypt, but rather in Sudan. They are vestiges of the ancient Kingdom of Kush, a black civilization of North Africa. At the sites of El Kurru, Nuri, Jebel Barkal and Méroé stand pyramids whose height varies from 6 to 30 meters. We are […]
XI Assembly of the World Council of Churches: A Courageous Confession of Faith
After last year’s postponement due to Covid-19, the XI World Assembly of the WCC (World Council of Churches) will be held in Karlsruhe, Germany from 31 August to 8 September 2022. The theme of the Assembly: ‘The love of Christ moves the world to reconciliation and unity’. An extremely topical issue, especially in the difficult […]
The Youth Corner: Vocation as a Path and Horizon
Vocation is a dynamic path that we must actively discern for it is the only way we can fulfil our lives and live life to the fullest. Often, when one speaks of vocation, the idea of “I want to be this” or “I want to do that” arises at once, and all language seems to […]
Oral Literature: Rabbit and Antelope
There was no rain and it was very hot. The animals who did not have deep wells were very thirsty. Rabbit went to Antelope and said, “Friend Antelope, I have no water and I am very thirsty. Will you help me to dig a deep well? Then we can both have water.” “Yes – said […]
