Pax Christi Victoria has convened a coalition of peace Groups including ICAN, the Medical Association for the Prevention of War , the Society of Friends and several others to initiate a campaign. ICAN’s Nobel Prize will be exhibited on the evening.
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International: A Faith-sensitive Response to Humanitarian Action
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On 29 June, the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) and Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) published guidance aimed at helping humanitarian agencies attune their work to the faith and background of people affected by conflict, disaster and displacement.
UN: Strengthening Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue through Knowledge Sharing: Opportunities and Challenges
The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and the KAICIID International Dialogue Centre are co-organizing an event entitled “Strengthening Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue through Knowledge Sharing: Opportunities and Challenges”, to be held on 10 July 2018, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at the United Nations Headquarters, ECOSOC Chamber
Ecumenism: World Council of Churches–Roman Catholic relations
To mark the visit of Pope Francis to the World Council of Churches (WCC) on 21 June, a special online “Virtual Issue” of the WCC’s quarterly journal, The Ecumenical Review, is offering a set of articles about relationships between the WCC and the Roman Catholic Church.
Pope, World Council of Churches leaders share platform at ecumenical meeting
Pope Francis joined the general secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC) and the moderator of its Central Committee at an ecumenical meeting during his landmark 21 June visit to the WCC to celebrate its 70th anniversary at an ecumenical meeting in Geneva.
21 June: International Day of Yoga
Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word ‘yoga’ derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness.
Today it is practiced in various forms around the world and continues to grow in popularity.
Recognizing its universal appeal, on 11 December 2014, the United Nations proclaimed 21 June as the International Day of Yoga
Shalom Shabbat: the Divine Presence in the World
Recently, I spent Shabbat at Kibbutz Tzuba which is nestled in the Judean Hills. Tzuba is also the home of URJ Heller High, where Reform Jewish students live and study during a semester in Israel. Tzuba is a remarkably beautiful place that exudes the spirit of the classic kibbutz experience.
Global Leaders usher in Season of Creation
Global faith leaders are inviting people to join a “Season of Creation”from 1 September to 4 October, during which they set aside time to deepen their relationship with God, each other, and all of creation.
Religions for Peace Leaders Gather in Greece for International Ecological Symposium
From 5-8 June, theologians, scientists, political and business leaders, as well as activists and journalists from around the world are convening in Greece for an international ecological symposium sponsored by the Ecumenical Patriarchate entitled “TOWARD A GREENER ATTICA: Preserving the Planet and Protecting its People.”
End of Life Care: MyValues
MyValues is a set of specially constructed statements designed to help you identify, consider and communicate your wishes about the medical treatment you would want in the later stages of life.
Patriots at Gosford Anglican Church
So-called Patriots invade the Gosford Anglican Church evening service.
