The Carlo Maria Martini Foundation, set up through the initiative of the Jesuit Province of Italy with the participation of the Archdiocese of Milan, is promoting its second edition of the Carlo Maria Martini International Award, launched in 2013 by the Archdiocese of Milan with the intention of remembering the person and works of the Cardinal and keeping alive the spirit that inspired his efforts.
Called “a prophet and a man of discernment and peace” and “a father for the whole Church,” by Pope Francis, Cardinal Martini, with his love for Scripture and his extraordinary capacity for listening, questioning and dialogue, has become a spiritual and cultural reference point for people throughout the world.
Among the new elements of this year’s competition: the expansion of its international dimension with the admission of four languages (Italian, French, English and Spanish); the introduction of a new section dedicated to pastoral experiences and projects inspired by the Cardinal’s style; and finally, the choice to confer the award on original new works.