Dear Friends,
It is with deep sympathies that we bring news of the passing of Fred Leone.
Fred and his wife Betty were instrumental CLC leaders in both the USA level, and the world community level, dedicating much effort during the transition period and in working towards CLC's NGO recognition in the United Nations. As National President of Sodalities in the USA in 1967, the national community's shift from Sodalities to the World Federation of CLCs became a reality during Fred's term of office. He served in the World ExCo as Vice President from 1970-76 and 1979-82. His 93 years of life was marked by a generous support for the community, and an emphasis on works for justice.
Let us spend a moment of silence in thanksgiving for his life, and the life he has brought to our world community-- gifts that we shall continue to hold as we move forward into the future with hope.
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CLC Members Participate in the 2nd Preparatory Meeting for WYD 2027 in Seoul
With these words, Kevin Joseph Cardinal Farrell, Prefect of the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life, emphasized in his homily the beginning of the preparation for the physical and spiritual pilgrimage toward WYD 2027. He delivered the homily during the Opening Mass of the 2nd Preparatory Meeting of World Youth Day 2027, held from September 13–17 at Nest Hotel in Incheon, South Korea.
