Spirituality, peace and brotherhood
Reviving the spirit that inspired Gaudí's work.
This pillar invites us to turn inwards and reconnect with what is most essential, both within us and beyond us. The spirituality that inspires the Gaudí Movement is not rooted in dogma, but in an open and sincere attitude of inner enquiry – a search for connection with the mystery of life, with nature, and with the universal dimension of existence.
We believe that inner peace is not a goal to be attained, but a natural quality of the human being when freed from external noise and inner confusion. This peace emerges when we cultivate listening, presence and introspection – and when we recognise that the sacred is not distant, but also dwells in the most everyday aspects of life.
Pillar of spirituality, peace and brotherhood
Commitment to the Gospel message
A commitment inspired by the transformative values of the Gospel, lived in an open and non-dogmatic way.
Defence of the rights of the poor and those in need, and support for the institutions that care for them.
Austerity, simplicity and humility in behaviour.
Trust in divine providence.
Willingness to participate in Gaudí Movement activities that help others.
A deeper exploration of the Gospel message, approached from an open and non-dogmatic perspective, focusing on those aspects that may be meaningful and relevant to society as a whole – whether believers or non-believers, with or without a religious background, and across different faith traditions around the world.
For Christians, putting prayer and especially the celebration of the Eucharist at the heart of their activities, as an act of thanksgiving and to ask for strength in helping build the Gaudí Movement in all areas of its mission.
Ecumenical commitment to the universal Church and to interfaith dialogue
Immersion in the challenging reality of the Church, locally and globally
Understanding the Universal Church as the sum of local Churches, rooted in the language, culture, and history of each people.
Advocating for a Church that is rooted in place, open in spirit, and alive in practice – reflecting the unique identity of its community.
Calling for the Catholic Church to:
Appoint bishops in consultation with parish communities.
Recognise both celibate and married priests as valid options for ordained ministry.
Ensure women are present in all areas of Church life, including ordained ministry.
Encourage the ecclesiastical leadership of dioceses in stateless nations to engage with local challenges and defend the rights of their people, drawing on and sharing the Church’s social teaching on nationhood and the state.
In plurinational states, prevent Church-run media from being used to promote the assimilationist agenda of the dominant nationalism.
In plurinational states, ensure that each distinct people has its own Episcopal Conference.
Establishing collaborative and fraternal agreements with other religious denominations, beginning with other Christian churches.
Relevant action domains
Gospel outreach
Socio-religious affairs
Interfaith dialogue
