Swords Into Plowshares action Archives

July 19, 2013

To serve humanity

Posted 11:00am

by Marissa Costello “My purpose is to serve humanity.”Malala Yousafzai The International Day of Peace was established by the United Nations on September 21 and is observed with celebrations and different events that work toward of peace. This day reminds me that despite all the world’s conflicts, people can still contribute to peace through small… Read more »

February 6, 2012

Tread Lightly for Lent

Posted 12:00pm

reprinted from Eco-Journey, the blog of our partners in the PC(USA) Environmental Ministries Eco-Daily Lenten Calendar Rebecca Barnes-Davies As part of the season of Lent, Environmental Ministries is offering “Tread Lightly for Lent,” a simple, daily calendar that encourages Presbyterians to reflect theologically about ecojustice and to take action on issues such as water, land, air, people, and other species. Each… Read more »

June 28, 2011

July 17 – International Justice Day

Posted 3:52pm

International Justice Day – July 17 – marks the birthday of the International Criminal Court (ICC). The Faith and Ethics Network of the International Criminal court suggests several ways congregations could observe this day: • Discuss the importance of the ICC; • Draw attention to ongoing atrocities where the ICC could make a difference. •… Read more »

March 30, 2010

Face the displaced: Days of Prayer and Action for Colombia

Posted 4:41pm

Barranquilla, Colombia Here’s the ask: Participate in the Days of Prayer and Action for Colombia. This year’s focus is on Colombians who are internally displaced. Here’s the background: Those of us who have gathered to discuss the Colombia Accompaniment Program,…

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