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Faith despite danger

Posted June 22nd, 2017

In one of the most dangerous places in the world, the Rev. Peter Tibi stands between the government of South Sudan and rebel factions with only his clerical collar and his faith for protection.

With only faith for protection Rev. Peter Tibi engages in shuttle diplomacy in South Sudan

Posted June 2nd, 2017

In one of the most dangerous places in the world, the Rev. Peter Tibi stands between the government of South Sudan and rebel factions with only his clerical collar and his faith for protection.

South Sudan peace is stable but fragile

Posted November 10th, 2016

In South Sudan there is a fragile peace and a surprising veneer of normalcy, but just below the surface lurks layers of ethnic violence, severe food shortages and exponentially growing inflation. Still, the Rev. Debbie Braaksma returned to the U.S. last week with a sense of hope that minor miracles are happening daily that may lead to a more lasting peace.

Presbyterians in South Sudan ask for prayers as peace negotiations continue

Posted May 3rd, 2016

The Rev. Philip Akway Obang, general secretary of the South Sudan Presbyterian Evangelical Church (SSPEC) is sending regular updates about the changing situation in South Sudan and has asked for support of his American brothers and sisters.