Syria
Situation reports
The ongoing conflict in Syria continues to displace families. PDA is supporting the refugees in the the Za’atri refugee camp.
Syrian refugees in Jordan seek to recover and return: families in the Za’atari refugee camp in northern Jordan receive assistance – photos by Magnus Aronson, LWF/ACT
In the midst of unspeakable violence. Story from Presbyterian New Service (PNS) on the effect the Syrian crisis has on the Christian community.
PDA responds to the deepening humanitarian crisis in Syria. Increased fighting in the cities of Aleppo and Damascus has led to the additional displacement of Syrian families
Stand in the Gap for Syria – initial report. One Great Hour of Sharing funds are providing humanitarian assistance.
Background to the situation in Syria – Brief explanation of events that have led to the current crisis.
Resources
Stand in the GAP for Syria: Bulletin insert (color)
Stand in the GAP for Syria: Bulletin insert (black and white)
Call to prayer for Syria from the 220th General Assembly
Statement by Ambassador Susan E. Rice, Ambassador Susan E. Rice, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, on the UN General Assembly Resolution on Syria, August 3, 2012
World Mission, March 2012 Call to prayer and action and a prayer for the people of Syria – information on how you can help address some of the needs related to Syria
Prayers following violence, compiled by the PC(USA) Office of Theology and Worship
Hymns
- A Hymn for Peace by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette
- God, How Can We Comprehend by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette.
- God, Whose Love is Always Stronger by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette
Helpful links
World Mission – Information on PC(USA) work and partnerships in Syria
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