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Peace and Nonviolence
The work of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns on peace is focused on identifying and eliminating the root causes of violence and conflict with a focus on specific regions, expressions of violence and areas of conflict affecting Maryknoll missioners, and U.S. aggression and national security policy (e.g. war on terrorism). The nexus of violence and poverty is clear. Unless we dedicate ourselves to building true human security for all, nations – especially poor ones – will continue to fall victim to an unending cycle of economic, political and social violence.
Maryknoll Leadership Statement on Pope Francis’ Fratelli Tutti
Maryknoll Leadership Statement on U.S. elections 2012: Sustainable peace and security for all
Maryknoll Leadership Statement: A call for the abolition of torture
POLICY BRIEF: Abolish Nuclear Weapons, Invest in Peace
WEBINAR: Nonviolence and the Web of Creation
WEBINAR: Human Rights Advocacy and the Legacy of Sr. Dianna Ortiz
WEBINAR: Rethinking Security in a Pandemic: No Justice, No Peace
WEBINAR: Sanctions — Nonviolent Tool or Lethal Weapon?
WEBINAR: Abolish Nuclear Weapons, Invest in Peace
Urgent Action Alert from Churches for Middle East Peace
Ensure no U.S. assistance is used abroad to violate human rights or harm civilians in Israel Palestine.
Peru: Letter of Solidarity with Aymara, Uro and Quechua Brothers and Sisters
We are writing to express our solidarity with you and your struggle and to tell you that as Christians we recognize the great example you are setting for the whole country with your marches in defense of true democracy and human rights; you are exemplary citizens and we demand that you be respected as such.
Maryknoll OGC Asks Congress to Reduce Military Spending
Maryknoll OGC joined 60 other faith-based organizations in asking Congress for a reduction of military spending in the U.S. Government for the 2024 fiscal year.
Ask Congress to Sponsor, Support the People Over Pentagon Act
Call on your Member of Congress to redirect a fraction of the Pentagon’s budget to domestic and human needs by supporting the People over the Pentagon Act.
Philippines: U.S. Military Bases are a Danger
The following excerpt is from an article written by Irish Columban missionary priest Fr. Shay Cullen, published on the Preda website on February 3, 2023.
Japan’s Shift in Defense Policy
Fr James J. Mylet, MM, describes the shift in military policy in Japan, where he lived for more than 40 years.
Pax Christi International Statement on Ukraine War Anniversary
This statement was first published by Pax Christi International on February 21 in anticipation of the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine.
Nuclear Risk Rising
With the Doomsday clock set to 90 seconds to midnight, and Russia suspending participation in a key nuclear arms control treaty, the risk of nuclear war is higher than ever.
Maryknoll OGC Asks Biden to Reduce Military Spending
Maryknoll OGC joined 60 other faith-based organizations in asking President Biden for a reduction of military spending in the U.S. Government for the 2024 fiscal year.
Urge Congress to Support Nuclear Disarmament
People of faith, particularly in countries with nuclear weapons, can call on their leaders to pursue a robust program of negotiations and disarmament.
Pray Study Act for South Sudan 2023
Follow Pope Francis’s historic visit and pilgrimage for peace to the struggling African country.
Background of Papal Visit to South Sudan 2023
The goal of the visit is to reinvigorate the peace process and to give the people of South Sudan hope for peace.
Peru: Take Action to Stop the Violence
Sign a Petition to the U.S. State Department
Peruvian Church Leaders and Human Rights Leaders Condemn Massacre
What happened in the city of Juliaca and Puno can only be described as one of the worst massacres that have occurred in our country in recent years. We reiterate that it is not up to the National Police of Peru or the Peruvian Armed Forces to resolve the conflicts that have been taking place. It is the duty of the central government and the Congress of the Republic to find a realistic, nonviolent solution within a reasonable time that will restore tranquility and peace to the country.
Call on Biden to Close Guantanamo
We condemn the prison’s continued operation as a direct violation of Catholic Social Teachings against punitive detainment devoid of any rehabilitation and in violation of the prohibitions against torture.
Nonviolence Two-pager
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Rome Conference on Nonviolence
Global voices share the power of nonviolence at landmark gathering, urge Church to enshrine and activate Pope Francis’ call for nonviolence.