Swords into plowshares
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Swords into Plowshares is the blog of the Peacemaking Program and the Presbyterian Ministry at the United Nations of the Presbyterian Mission Agency of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
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April 2010
April 30, 2010Oración por la tragedia humana que esconde el problema migratorio
Many thanks to our colleague in ministry, the Rev. José Luis Casal, General Missioner of Tres Rios Presbytery for sharing this prayer. Santo Dios, Tu presencia trasciende todas las fronteras creadas por los seres humanos pero tu amor cruza por...
April 30, 2010
Living the Believers’ Calling – create a peace mural
Here's a way congregations can celebrate 30 years of peacemaking: Create a peace mural. Hang a large piece of butcher paper, cloth, or poster board in a common space in the church building. Invite people to create a congregational vision...
April 30, 2010
A prayer for the human tragedy behind immigration
Many thanks to our colleague in ministry, the Rev. José Luis Casal, General Missioner of Tres Rios Presbytery for sharing this prayer. Holy God, Your presence transcends all human made borders and your love crosses all boundaries. Help us join...
April 30, 2010
Honor Mom, protect children from sexual exploitation
Here are three ways to honor your Mother on Mother's Day by acting to protect children from sexual exploitation: Tag a Bag to End Child Sex Tourism. Be a part of ECPAT-USA's TassaTag Project with your TassaTag…a big, bright, beautiful,...
April 30, 2010
2010 Peacemaking Seminar – Circle of History
Re-membering Peace: Still the Believers' Calling 2010 Peacemaking Seminar Presbyterian Peacemaking Program Ghost Ranch Conference Center Abiquiu, NM August 25—28 (depart August 29) Each morning the seminar community will gather for prayers and plenary sessions that focus on building skills...