Peace

May 2, 2012

Quakers worldwide urged to act together

More than 60 Quakers from Britain have attended the 2012 world conference of Quakers in Kenya.The theme of the conference was “Being Salt and Light: Friends living the kingdom of God in a broken world”.
February 19, 2012

'Peace legacy' for Olympics sought by faith groups

Faith leaders and community groups in London are promoting One Hundred Days of Peace, to develop a "peace legacy" for the London Olympic Games in 2012.
February 6, 2012

Argentine Methodists send hopes for peace to British counterparts

The Argentine Methodist Church has sent a letter to the Methodist Church in Britain, saying it wants their governments to resolve Falkalnds issues peacefully.
December 5, 2011

UK government warned that Bonn is crucial to Afghan peace

Afghanistan risks slipping back into civil war unless concrete steps toward long term development are taken at the Bonn Conference, Christian Aid is warning.
October 27, 2011

New WCC advisor says interfaith cooperation is vital for peace

Clare Amos, a member of the Church of England, is the new World Council of Churches programme executive for inter-religious dialogue and cooperation.
September 28, 2011

WCC chief sees an opportunity for Palestine peace

In the wake of recent developments, the World Council of Churches has urged strong positive action by the United Nations on behalf of Palestine.
September 27, 2011

Quaker Week events for 2011

Quaker Week 2011 takes place from 1-9 October, providing an opportunity to reflect on the theme, 'Making Peace a Way of Life', and to discover more about the convictions and practice of the Religious Society of Friends.
September 27, 2011

Quakers to mark historic peace anniversary

Quakers around Britain will be speaking about their convictions and lifestance during the fifth national Quaker Week, 1-9 October 2011.
September 14, 2011

Peace and justice are gaining momentum, says WCC chief

Peace and justice is on the global church agenda with new energy at a time when ever more societies are experiencing conflict and injustice.
September 5, 2011

Peace and justice remain key to Pacific churches' agenda

Social justice, peace and the struggle against nuclear weaposn are part of the continuing legacy of the Pacific Council of Churches.