Posts Tagged: peace

Pray for Syria: World Communion of Reformed Churches

The World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) has issued a statement and call to prayer on Syria noting that, “The WCRC is aware of the current moves towards military response to these attacks and calls for restraint. However heinous the chemical attacks are, military response is not the answer.” The WCRC also calls for prayer… Read more »

PC(USA) church partners support call for no military action in Syria

From the Presbyterian News Service: The General Secretary of the National Evangelical Synod of Syria and Lebanon, a longtime church partner of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), sent a letter to the PC(USA) yesterday, expressing appreciation for PC(USA)’s “prophetic stand against all kinds of violence in Syria and your condemnation of the use of chemical attacks… Read more »

Stated Clerk Statement on Syria

The Rev. Gradye Parsons, Stated Clerk of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) issued a statement today (August 30) in the wake of the escalating violence in Syria, calling upon U.S. and world leaders to refrain from military action. “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.”… Read more »

Celebrate the 2013 International Day of Peace

The United Nations has set September 21 as the International Day of Peace. This day provides an opportunity for  individuals, organizations and nations to create practical acts of peace on  a shared date. It was established by a United Nations resolution in 1981 to coincide with the opening of the General Assembly. The focus for… Read more »

Reflecting on Israel and Palestine

by Marissa Costello There’s always a place for someone in New York City. New York City is the pure definition of what the term “melting pot” means. It’s known for its enclaves such as Chinatown and as you walk down the next few blocks, there is little Italy. In Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, locals call the… Read more »

Three prayer concerns – July 24

This week, please remember in your prayers: The people and leaders of Israel and Palestine. May they truly move into the paths of peace. May the occupation end and all the people know justice and security. The people and leaders of Cuba as they continue to experience a time of change that impacts their economy… Read more »

Resource for prayer service for South Sudan

  Our partners in South Sudan are holding a weekend of interfaith prayer services from July 5- 7, 2013. On July 8, 2013 they will hold a National Day of Prayer for Reconciliation. The ecumenical community of non-governmental organizations at the United Nations will hold a prayer service on the morning of July 8. Feel… Read more »

Applications to Host International Peacemakers Extended Through July 15

Bring a peacemaker from around the world to speak in your presbytery, synod or institution Some of the 2012 International Peacemakers  There is still time to submit an application to host one of the international peacemakers coming this Fall to itinerate across the PCUSA.  It is a great opportunity learn about efforts in places all… Read more »

National Day of Prayer for Reconciliation in South Sudan

Please join the people of South Sudan in prayer for reconciliation in their country. A National Day of Prayer for Reconciliation in South Sudan will take place on Monday, July 8, 2013, the eve of the anniversary of the country’s independence. The theme will be Lamentation, leading to repentance and personal conversion/transformation. From July 1-7,… Read more »

To Save Succeeding Generations from the Scourge of War

by Anna Folz On June 6, 2013, I attended a briefing titled, “Determined to Save Succeeding Generations from the Scourge of War”. The title comes from the opening line of the UN Charter. There were four speakers on the panel and each touched upon different aspects of war. Before the speakers started a video was… Read more »