Unity and Harmony
“CTE call for end to racism, division and disorder
“The Presidents of Churches Together in England (CTE) have issued a statement calling on churches and communities to work together to end racism, division and disorder. CTE is the national ecumenical organisation that encourages Christian unity and brings together 54 member churches. Cardinal Vincent Nichols is one of its Presidents….”
(Independent Catholic News, Source: CTE, 7 August 2024. For the full article, see. https://www.indcatholicnews.com/news/50374
“Chaldean bishops call for two-state solution in Holy Land
“At the conclusion of their annual Synod in Baghdad, the Iraqi bishops expressed their deep concern over the impact of the war in Gaza on the entire region, and reaffirmed a two-state solution as the only way for a lasting peace….in which Israel and Palestine can both live ‘in peace and security.’…”
(Independent Catholic News, Source: Chaldean Bishops/Vatican Media, 24 July 2024). For the full article see https://www.indcatholicnews.com/news/50271
“Norfolk church leaders sign declaration of unity
“Senior church leaders from across Norfolk and Waveney publicly signed a Declaration of Commitment for Christian Unity, pledging to work together towards their shared mission,…
"[Bishop Usher said] ’Our best work ecumenically is done locally where a thousand projects bring hope and healing and blessing. Projects across Norfolk and Waveney that gather people around Jesus, that seek heavenly things and projects that share the life of Jesus. Christians working together to Love God and their neighbour….’”
(Diocese of East Anglia, Keith Morris, 25 Nov. 2024. For the full article, see
https://www.rcdea.org.uk/norfolk-church-leaders-sign-declaration-of-unity/
“Dr Mohammad Shomali - our unity remains
“A friend of the Focolare Movement, Shia cleric Dr Mohammad Shomali has spoken about the importance of continuing in unity after the Mariapolis. His message has particular significance given the recent events in Britain and Northern Ireland. Speaking of our responsibility to share the 'good news' that God loves each person, Dr Shomali encourages everyone to take the experience of unity wherever they are….”
(Independent Catholic News, 14 August 2024. For the full article, see. https://www.indcatholicnews.com/news/50420
“Caritas Social Action Network calls for solidarity and service to triumph over hatred and division
“…We have often seen good coming out of the most horrific circumstances, as people find in themselves their best instincts to repair and build community and stand against the forces of division and hatred. We hope that these tragic events mark a decisive turning away from the politics of hatred and division towards a spirit of solidarity and service. In the CSAN network, many of our members work in the most disadvantaged communities, seeking to restore human dignity and help to bring agency and hope to people on the margins of society….”
(The Catholic Church, Bishops’ Conference of England & Wales, 6 August 2024.) For the full message see https://www.cbcew.org.uk/caritas-social-action-network-calls-for-solidarity-and-service-to-triumph-over-hatred-and-division/
“Pope at mosque in Indonesia: May we cultivate friendship as pilgrims on our way to God
“…[Pope Francis] said may each of us in our spiritual journey ‘walk in search of God and contribute to building open societies, founded on reciprocal respect and mutual love, capable of protecting against rigidity, fundamentalism and extremism, which are always dangerous and never justifiable.’…”
(The Catholic Church, Bishops’ Conference of England & Wales, 5 September 2024.) For the full message see https://www.cbcew.org.uk/pope-at-mosque-in-indonesia-may-we-cultivate-friendship-as-pilgrims-on-our-way-to-god/