Study and Practice Nonviolence
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) affirms that nonviolence is both a way of life and a tactical method for followers of Jesus. The Presbyterian Peacemaking Program offers these resources to help people explore nonviolent living, learn about nonviolent tactics and strategies and identify opportunities for engagement in nonviolent actions.
Principles of Nonviolence
Spiritual and Theological Foundations of Nonviolence
Nonviolence Training and Education
History of Nonviolence
A Force More Powerful
Learn about the history of, and the possibilities for, nonviolent action through films, books and more.
Groups Providing Training and Education
PC(USA) Study Guides
This adult study introduces the witness to peace and nonviolence found in the New Testament and the writings of the Church Fathers. It is a two-session study that can be easily extended to four or more sessions.
This eight-session study for adults, written by by Arch Taylor
and Jan Arnow, explores a variety of
issues of violence and steps peacemakers who seek to follow Jesus might take.
Bullying, domestic violence, restorative justice, hate crimes and militarism
are among the topics considered. PDS #70-270-03-011;
$3.00 plus shipping and handling.
This five-session study for adults by Vera K. White looks at reality of violence
and the nonviolent alternatives available through faith in Jesus Christ. PDS
#70-350-95-289;
$.75 plus shipping and handling.
Putting Nonviolence into Practice
Accompaniment Programs
Bullying
Bullying in the Classroom
By Martha Bettis Gee. This one-session study for adults addresses a public health issue that can have long-lasting effects for both the bully and the victim. The study resents the facts about this pervasive problem and suggests proactive responses Christians can take.
The Real Consequences of Bullying
By Megan Pillow Davis. “Sticks and stones may break my bones,” but words can also hurt and have lasting consequences. Bullying is pervasive in our schools, and all of us need to do something about it. This one-session study invites participants to share instances where they have witnessed bullying, as either the bully, the bullied, or the bystander. Bullying is defined, the myths and facts are discussed, and possible action steps are considered.
Bullying: Sticks, Stones, E-mails, and Texts
By Martha Bettis Gee. Bullying is a pervasive problem with detrimental effects and it is a problem that parents should feel compelled to address. This study offers some facts about bullying and suggestions for what to do if you’re raising teens.
Children and Violent Video Games
This free booklet developed by the Office of Child Advocacy alerts parents and others who care about children to the harmful effects of violent video game content on children and youth. Includes helpful information on the ratings system as well as guidelines and tips for choosing games, setting limits, and advocating to keep M-rated games out of the hands of children.
Children and Video Games: What's the Problem?
By Alexa Smith. This one-session study for adults presents an introduction to the world of video games and provides information for those who want to learn more or for those wanting to join efforts to control access and irresponsible content.
Caring for God’s earth is an act of peacemaking. Photo by Omar Chan
Nonviolence and Creation
Questions of War and Peace
Tax Resistance
Worship Resources
Decade to Overcome Violence
The Decade to Overcome Violence: Churches Seeking Reconciliation and Peace 2001–2010 (DOV) is an initiative of the World Council of Churches. It is a global movement that strives to strengthen existing efforts and networks for overcoming violence, as well as inspire the creation of new ones. The DOV highlights and networks efforts by churches, ecumenical organizations, and civil society movements to overcome different types of violence. It seeks to establish points of contact with the relevant aims, programs, and initiatives within the United Nations Decade for a Culture of Peace and Nonviolence for the Children of the World (2001-2010).
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by Martin Luther King Jr.
