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World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel
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Advent – World Peace Day Blog
World Peace Day 2021 - Reflection Feast of the Holy Family Fourth Sunday of Advent Third Sunday of Advent A video message from Rev Dr Mitri Raheb of the Lutheran Christmas Church in Bethlehem and the most widely published Palestinian theologian to date. Dr. Raheb is the author of 16 books. Second Sunday of Advent …
Advent & Christmastide Reflections for Peacemakers
Christmas Day, Boxing Day, over for another year, we remind ourselves that our task now is to recommit ourselves to living the message of Christmas in our own lives. As Howard Thurman's words on the ever-popular Pax Christi Christmas card remind us: When the song of the angels is stilled,When the star in the sky …August- September 2021
Pax Christi International Statement on Afghanistan In light of the current events unfolding in Afghanistan, Pax Christi International has released the following statement: We join them in their call as a faith-based organisation for "all people of goodwill to pray for the people of Afghanistan and to engage in every effort to end the suffering …
Become a member via Direct Debit
Thank you for choosing to become a member of Pax Christi England & Wales. When you have set up a Direct Debit we will send you a new member pack and register you on our member database. Type of Membership CostStudent/Low Income£2 per monthIndividual£3 per monthFamily / Group£4 per monthOrganisation£50 - £100 annually GoCardless is the …Checkout
Orders will be sent out as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please phone or email the Office: Tel: +44(0)20 8203 4884 Email: info@paxchristi.org.ukChief Executive Officer Vacancy
Pax Christi England and Wales are looking to appoint a creative and energetic peacemaker to be responsible for developing, co-ordinating and implementing the work of our membership organisation. If you would be interested in applying for this post, please download the job description and the application form below. Completed application forms should be sent with …
Climate and Conflict
NJPN Blog: Water for Life (22/3/22) Writing to mark UN World Water Day, Aisling Griffin, Pax Christi England and Wales's Schools and Youth Education Officer, introduces readers of Independent Catholic News to Pax Christi International's 'Water for Life' campaign. "We all need water. It's a basic necessity for life. But what happens when that water …Cookie Policy
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Education resources on Nuclear Weapons
Here is a collection of some of our resources for young people on nuclear weapons. We have two discussion and reflection activity cards on nuclear weapons. One introduces the topic of nuclear weapons for young people and the other looks at the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. Celebrate peace: A Children’s Liturgy resource …
First World War & Remembrance
Over the coming years Pax Christi will be preparing events and creating resources to ensure that the 2014-2018 commemorations reflect the need for repentance and change and lead to a commitment to peacemaking. Here we offer information on events, articles and talks, general resources, films and visuals, and resources for services and vigils Also see …
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
Take a look at our plans for Hiroshima and Nagasaki Day on our events page! Parish resources- Hiroshima/ Nagasaki 2021 Petition from the Ursuline Sisters calling on the UK Government to sign the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons Resources from Peace Sunday to use throughout the year are available here. Resources for …
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Armed Forces Day, Saturday 25 June The Peace Pledge Union claims that 'over a quarter of public events for 'Armed Forces Day’ are promoting activities aimed at children'. It commends Leicester, where the local authority prevents armed forces from inviting children to handle weapons, following a campaign by local residents. Tell us what’s happening in …
Lent Blog
Thank you to all the Pax Christi members who shared their thoughts and experiences with us in this blog. How good it is to be part of a movement for peace together! ......................................................................................................................................... Pax Christi member, Carol Burns, shares her recent experience and thoughts on nonviolent resistance: There are many different ways to stand for …
Lent/Easter reflections
Kate Holmstrom’s Lent reflection I once (“once” being an understatement) taught a 12 year old boy expert at being a perfect nuisance. During an RE lesson, desperate for some “peace” with the rest of the group, I set him using his considerable skill at copying out in enormous, coloured letters, the words “I am with …
Meet the team
Office staff Fausta Valentine - Administration & Finance Manager Aisling Griffin - Schools and Youth Education Officer For general enquires please email: info@paxchristi.org.uk None of our work would be possible without the help and support of our wonderful team of volunteers
Members Blog 2022
The indefatigable Liverpool Pax Christi group in action again "Another day of campaigning lots of interest for our petition in support of the Treaty For Nuclear Ban. Lots of support today as we approach the state parties in Vienna to implement the Nuclear Ban Treaty." A Death-dealing Understanding of Trinity (1/6/22) In Independent Catholic News, Patricia …Militarism
Breakout 1 Everyday Militarism poster Questions What can you see?What do you think is happening?Why might this be happening? What might the effect of this be?Can you see any connections between different parts of the poster? Thank you to Quakers in Britain for such a great resource! Breakout 2 Discussion points What values are important …
Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty 2021
Nuclear Weapons are now ILLEGAL! The Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty (NWBT) came into force on the 22nd January 2021 50 nations have agreed that they won't possess, develop, test, use or encourage other countries to use nuclear weapons. They also agreed to help victims of nuclear weapon's usage and testing and also agreed to clean …
Obituaries
We pray for Pax Christi Members and Friends who have died and are now resting in the peace of God… Remembering Pat Robb, CJ (-21/5/22) We are sad to hear of the death of Sr Pat Robb at the age of 85. An tireless campaigner for justice and a recipient of the Pax Christi Peace …
Pax Christi AGM 2021 – message and reports
Message from Co-President, Pax Christi International, Sr Wamuyu WachiraPeace! What a great day to gather for your Annual General Meeting, the eve of the Feast of Pentecost, a time to remember in a special way God’s ever presence in your lives and in the world. May I take this opportunity to congratulate Ellen Teague and …
Pax Christi Quiz- Rounds 1 and 2
Round 1: Peace 1. Which young Pakistani advocate for girls’ education won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014? 2.Which Pope was Time's Person of the Year in 1962 for his role mediating in the Cuban Missile Crisis? He also started the Second Vatican Council. 3.What famous French palace gives its name to a peace treaty …Pax Christi Quiz: Round 3
Round 3: General knowledge 1.Which suffragette is depicted on a mural on the side of the Lord Morpeth pub in Bow, London? 2. Which scientist is known as the first computer programmer? 3.Where is the film/musical Hairspray based? 4.Which actor has been nominated for an Oscar 8 times and never won? 5. What is the …Pax Christi- Round 4
Round 4: Famous first sentences 1."Alice was beginning to get very tired of sitting by her sister on the bank, and of having nothing to do: once or twice she had peeped into the book her sister was reading, but it had no pictures or conversations in it, “and what is the use of a …
Peace Sunday 16 January 2022
The title Pope Francis chose for the 55th Message for the World Day of Peace was “Dialogue between Generations, Education and Work: Tools for Building Lasting Peace”. Read the Message here It is promoted with the support of the International Affairs Department of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales. Pax Christi depends very …
Pilgrimage for Peace fundraiser
Walking, cycling, speaking up for peace!Choose your date between15 - 21 May 2021 From Matt Jeziorski, Executive Committee member Rarely has the imperative to be creative in our fundraising been as urgent as it is in 2021 and we can all find imaginative ways to raise funds for the ongoing work for Pax Christi. On …
Pilgrimage for Peace Quiz
Join us for an evening of quizzing as for our Pilgrimage for Peace fundraiser! Individuals and teams are very welcome for a range of rounds covering peace, general knowledge, observation skills and more! To register go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlduGupzopE9CujtTCyZFMwDzZmB5pNsOM If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Aisling at education@paxchristi.org.uk For more …
Post Easter reflections 2019
Sunday reflections from Easter - Pentecost To deepen our understanding of Gospel nonviolence, we invited seven members of Pax Christi to explore the powerful readings for the Sundays after Easter – readings that tell us something of the struggle of the early Christian communities to create a life-path for themselves built on the life and …Privacy Policy
Pax Christi Privacy Policy About Pax Christi Pax Christi is a non-profit, unincorporated membership organisation which works to build a world where people can live in peace, without fear of violence in any form. Pax Christi is rooted in Catholic Christianity but is open to all who share its values and work. Pax Christi works to …
Remember Palestine this Advent & Christmas
2020: Kairos Palestine Alert with prayer, analysis and Advent reflections from Palestine. HEAR FROM OUR PARTNERS IN PALESTINE DIRECTLY: Christmas Video Messages from the Arab Educational Institute and a thorough update on their work this year. Christmas message from Wi'am Centre PRAYER AND ACTION FOR PALESTINE THIS ADVENT & CHRISTMAS 2019 In Bethlehem, Christmas …
Remembrance 2019
Our resources on the theme of Remembrance to help you to commemorate the peace message. Leaflet with ideas on how to approach Remembrance (produced for 2018 but still relevant) . This image has been commissioned by the First World War Peace Forum as something that might be used across the country in association with Remembrance Day No …Shop
Our shop is now open!The Wall – Supporting Resources
Additional resources and background information for The Wall education resource Video: Bethlehem Hidden from View Video: The Iron Wall Part 1 (Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6) Video: Bethlehem Checkpoint Slideshow: Something Inside so Strong Slideshow: Images of Bethlehem Sumud Sumud is Arabic for Steadfastness Sumud, for Palestinians, means preserving deep roots with their …
Work for us
Pax Christi is an international Catholic movement for peace, based on the gospel, inspired by faith and Catholic Social Teaching. The well-established British section of Pax Christi works within the Church, with ecumenical partners and with all who are putting into practice the work of peace, built on justice, reconciliation, and active nonviolence. If you …
Resources
We offer a wide range of resources and publicity material to help you promote the work of Pax Christi and the work for peace. Why not run your own stall? Run your own stall with Pax Christi publications and resources at an event in your local area! If you would like some ideas for Stalls …
September-December 2018
November 2018: Peace groups gather to say ‘No more war: let’s make peace happen.’ Several hundred people gathered in London on 11 November, members and supporters of the First World War Peace Forum, to reflect on the impact of war on the world and re-commit to building peace in the years ahead. More pics of …