Call In and Prayer Vigil for a Ceasefire on Mon. Nov. 20
Join our call for a ceasefire in the Israel Hamas conflict.
Maryknoll Leaders Sign Letter to Pres. Biden for Ceasefire
The leaders of thirty Christian church organizations, including the Maryknoll Lay Missioners, Maryknoll Sisters, and Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, signed a letter calling on President Biden for support of an immediate ceasefire, de-escalation, and restraint by all involved.
Pray-In at the U.S. Senate Calls For Congress to Support Israel-Hamas Ceasefire
Join us on Thursday, Nov. 8, 12:30pm ET at the Senate Hart Building (201 1st St NE, Washington, DC 20002) for a Catholic Pray-in for a Ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas…
Israel-Hamas War: ‘End the War Now’
Churches for Middle East Peace (www.cmep.org) released the following statement on Oct. 26, in response to rising fears of catastrophic civilian casualties in Gaza.
Israel-Hamas War: Faith Leaders Call for Peace
The most violent year in the Holy Land in decades now culminates in outright war.
Webinar on the Middle East Conflict
Lauren Draper from Churches for Middle East offers some background on the current Israel Hamas war unfolding in the Holy Land.
Catholic Pray-in for a Ceasefire at the White House
Help us carry the pope’s call for a ceasefire to the White House.
Catholic Call-in to the White House: Support Ceasefire Now
Join us in asking President Biden to do all he can to de-escalate the conflict and call for a humanitarian ceasefire, allowing for a corridors of humanitarian aid to reach the people in Gaza who are in urgent need of food, water, shelter, medical care, and electricity.
Maryknoll OGC Joins Catholic Groups in Calling on President Biden for Ceasefire, Humanitarian Aid in Israel Palestine
Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns and 38 other Catholic groups signed a letter to fellow Catholic President Biden on the war in Israel Palestine asking for ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and release of hostages.
Maryknoll OGC Joins 60 NGOs in Calling on Congress for De-escalation in Israel Palestine
Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns was among the 60 faith and civil society groups that signed a letter to Congress requesting their help de-escalate the violence and stop further loss of life.
Support Ceasfire Now
On Oct. 17, the Al-Ahli Arab hospital in Gaza, managed by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, was bombed, killing hundreds of civilians. Read their statement expressing grief and a cry…
Ask Pres. Biden to support Guatemalan democracy
Ask President Biden to stand up for democracy in Guatemala by calling on Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei to receive the resignation of Attorney General Porras and guarantee the peaceful transfer of power to President-elect Arévalo.
Maryknoll OGC Signs Letter to Congress Calling for De-escalation in Israel Palestine
Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns was among the 27 faith groups that signed a letter to Congress requesting their help de-escalate the violence and stop further loss of life.
Take Action for Peace in Israel Palestine
The Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns is deeply concerned for those affected by the violence in Israel/Palestine. We echo the words of Pope Francis who said, “I am following with…
The Plight of Christians and Palestinian Children in the Holy Land
Extremism has led to the most violent year in the Holy Land since 2005.
A Letter from Churches for Middle East Peace
Dr. Mae Elise Cannon wrote a letter to supporters of Churches of Middle East Peace on June 23, 2023.
Tell Congress: Support the Palestinian Children and Families Act
Lawmakers announced HR3103: Defending the Human Rights of Palestinian Children and Families Act, which would prevent U.S. taxpayer funding of military detention of Palestinian children, or violations of international humanitarian law.
Christians Lobby for Peace in the Holy Land
Churches for Middle East Peace held a summit for Christians to hear about the state of human rights in Israel and Palestine and to meet with their congressional representatives.