The International Day of Peace, also officially known as World Peace Day, is a United Nations observance every year on 21 September. The theme for World Peace Day 2024 is Cultivating a Culture of Peace. Religions for Peace Australia actively seeks peace in our nation Australia, and in the World.
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During World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel, “let us be a source of hope”
A World Council of Churches prayer on 16 September, held during the World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel, focused on how Christians and all people of faith can be a source of hope amid the crushing war in the Holy Land. People of all faiths seek peace and cessation of military action.
Summit of the Future
World leaders and stakeholders will meet in New York for a “once in a generation” summit on how to restructure the multilateral system to better tackle some of the greatest global challenges of our time. Religions for Peace along with other faith communities will be participating in the Summit and holding a side event.
Day of Action unites faith communities in response to climate change
In Adelaide, a passionate crowd gathered beneath a banner strung up outside of Pilgrim Uniting Church on Flinders Street. The words ‘Solidarity with Pacific neighbours: Fossil fuel treaty now’ sent a loud, clear message. Kaurna Elder Uncle John Lochowiak, head of the Aboriginal Catholic Ministry in Adelaide, launched proceedings with a moving Welcome to Country, followed by a blessing and speech by Pilgrim Uniting Church Minister Reverend John Hughes.
Calm in the City: UN International Day of Peace
Calm in the City have been holding daily Days of Peace meditations in the anticipation of UN World Day of Peace. To close off the 100 Days of Peace meditations held every evening (8.30-9.00pm AEST) in the run up to UN Peace Day, you are especially invited to join us for a culmination event.
The Expansiveness of Genuine Faith
When we approach religion with this expansive, inclusive mind-set, we open ourselves up to a world of spiritual nourishment that goes far beyond the confines of dogma and doctrine. We can draw inspiration from multiple traditions, synthesising their teachings in a way that speaks to our own hearts and minds. We can explore the mystical, experiential dimensions of faith, cultivating a direct, personal connection to the divine that transcends the limitations of any single belief system.
Pope Francis’ Singapore Mass fuels hopes for future papal visits to China, Vietnam, Malaysia
Catholics from China, Vietnam and Malaysia who attended Pope Francis’ September 12 Mass in Singapore are hoping the pontiff might also become the first pope to visit their respectives countries, as well.
World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel 2024
The World Council of Churches (WCC) invites people and churches all over the world to pray, advocate, and stand in solidarity with people in the Holy Land during the World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel. The week includes the UN International Day of Peace on 21 September.
Statement: 2024 World Week of Prayer for Peace in Palestine and Israel
The National Council of Churches in Australia has released a Public Statement, below, regarding the ongoing conflict in Palestine and Israel.
Integrity in Public Office
Australian Quakers gathered for the 5th time at Parliament House Canberra on Thursday on 12 September 2024 to draw attention to the need for “Integrity in Public Office”- politicians and public servants
Faith Communities Call For Historic Investment In Clean Energy And Phase Out Of Fossil Fuels
The Australian Religious Response to Climate Change will conduct a national day of action next Tuesday, 17th September, part of a Multi-Faith Faiths 4 Climate Justice Week of Action 14 – 24 September. Religious leaders and people from Catholic, Muslim, Jewish, Buddhist, Anglican, Uniting Church and other faith communities will be participating.
Conference focuses on Vatican’s interreligious diplomacy in Asia
In anticipation of Pope Francis’ Sept. 11-13 visit to Singapore, scholars and religious practitioners gathered for a conference there on Aug. 29-30 to discuss the Catholic Church’s contributions to interreligious relations.
