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SUMMARY:Peace Light of Bethlehem
DESCRIPTION:Every year a light comes from Bethlehem. \nBefore Christmas\, the Scout movement takes a flame from the Eternal Flame from the Nativity Grotto in Bethlehem where Jesus was born. They carry it into the world as a sign for peace. Even in these years\, when the longing and hope for a lasting peace in the Holy Land is so urgent. The light brings peace to us and is a sign of our willingness to be channels of peace\, by our words and actions. \nIn Brussels we receive the light\, brought to us by the scouts and guides\, on Wednesday 10. December\, 18.30h at the Parc Léopold (in front of the House of European History\, near Place Jean Rey). From there we accompany the light to the Chapel for Europe\, where we will share a moment of reflection and prayer for peace in the Holy Land and worldwide. The peace light will then be distributed to all who want to carry it on to their parishes\, communities\, houses and so on. \nPlease\, bring along a lantern to take the light back home. \nThe welcoming of the light is organised by Les Scouts\, the Chapel for Europe\, Pax Christi International and CIDSE.
URL:https://paxchristi.net/event/peace-light-of-bethlehem-2/
LOCATION:Chapel for Europe\, Rue Van Maerlant\, 22/24\, 1040\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Church,Community,Faith,Just Peace in Israel and Palestine
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Port_Moresby:20250929T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Port_Moresby:20250929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T202113
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SUMMARY:Opting for the Power of Nonviolence over the 'Logic' of Violence
DESCRIPTION:The Webinar\nOn 29 September\, at 7.00 PM AEST (11.00 AM CEST)\, Pax Christi Asia Pacific\, together with Pax Christi International and the Catholic Nonviolence Initiative (CNI)\, invited participants to join the webinar “Opting for the Power of Nonviolence over the ‘Logic’ of Violence”. \nThe event sought to suggest ways of pursuing a genuine alternative to violence\, which remains a significant factor in geopolitical decision-making and in the policies of individual states. In the Asia-Pacific region too\, despite the legacy of ahimsa and other peace traditions\, many continue to suffer the consequences of conflict. \n“In the midst of the many challenges facing our world today – including widespread armed conflict\, deep divisions among peoples\, and the struggles of forced migration – efforts to promote Nonviolence are more necessary than ever.” (Pope Leo XIV) \nThe Presenters\n🔹 Nicholas Paz – The relevance of the Catholic Nonviolence Initiative in our times | Slides\n🔹 Virginia Saldanha – Incorporating Women in peacemaking | Slides\n🔹 Ruki Fernando – Recent Violence in the Politics of Sri Lanka \n \nWatch the full recording here
URL:https://paxchristi.net/event/opting-for-the-power-of-nonviolence-over-the-logic-of-violence/
LOCATION:Online: via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community,Faith
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250313T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250313T191500
DTSTAMP:20260513T202113
CREATED:20250214T140750Z
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SUMMARY:Launch event - Pax Christi International's 80th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to a special moment of exchange and celebration as we formally launch Pax Christi International’s 80th Anniversary: \n“The importance of Faith in the Path to Just Peace” \nWhere: Chapel for Europe\, Rue Van Maerlant 22 1040 Brussels\nWhen: Thursday\, March 13th\, 2025 – from 4.30 p.m. to 7.15 p.m (Click here to check your time zone) \n\nThe event will be livestreamed – follow it on YouTube. \n\nRegister here\nAgenda  \n\n\n\n4:30 pm    \nWelcoming \n\n\n4:45 pm \nPanel “The role of Faith organisations in the Path to Just Peace” \n\n\n \nModerator: Martha Inés Romero\, Secretary General\, Pax Christi International – Introductory Speech\n\nSpeakers:  \n\nTracey Martin\, Director\, Quaker Council of European Affairs – Speech\nElvis Ng’andwe\, Executive Director\, AEFJN – Speech\nJosianne Gauthier\, Secretary General\, Secretary General\, CIDSE – Speech\nNicolás Paz\, Director\, Catholic Nonviolence Initiative – Speech\nFr. Paul Lansu\, Board Member\, Pax Christi International – Speech\n\n\n\n\n6:00 pm \nPraying for and Reflecting on Peace \n\n\n \n\n\nChloe Jamali\, Bahá’í International Community to the European Union – Reflection \nMaudilia López\, Indigenous Guatemalan of Maya-Mam and Guadalupan spirituality \nFr. Manuel Enrique Barrios Prieto\, Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) – The Pilgrim Blessings \nFr. Paul Lansu\, Pax Christi International – Reflection\nFinal Reflection from the Pax Christi International Secretariat – Poem by Gabriela Mistral \n\nIntroduced by: Bishop Marc Stenger\, Co-President\, Pax Christi International\nModerated by: Giulia Bordin\, Advocacy Officer\, Pax Christi International \n\n\n6:45 pm \nNetworking Aperitif 
URL:https://paxchristi.net/event/launch-event-pax-christi-internationals-80th-anniversary/
CATEGORIES:Community,Faith
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20241217T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20241217T193000
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SUMMARY:Peace Light of Bethehem
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, December 17th\, 2024\, from 6.30 to 7.30 p.m.\, at the Chapel for Europe\, in Brussels. \nPeace prayer and distribution of the light\nTaken from the eternal flame in the grotto of the Nativity in Bethlehem\, the scouts carry the same flame into the whole world. Since almost 40 years\, this light connects us to the birth of Jesus \,which the Christians are about to celebrate. \n“Glory to God in the highest and peace to his people on earth.”\, the angels sang at Bethlehem. \nThis light is also a strong sign for the longing for peace in Israel\, the Palestinian territories and all places of war and violence in the world. \nThe light arrives at the Chapel for Europe and is welcomed with a peace prayer. From here it will be distributed to all communities and individuals who come to join into this worldwide network of hope for peace. \nPlease bring your own lanterns. The light can also be obtained at the Chapel until Friday\, December 20th\, 2024 on appointment. \nIn cooperation with the Chapel for Europe\, CIDSE\, and the Scouts.
URL:https://paxchristi.net/event/peace-light-of-bethlehem/
LOCATION:Chapel of Europe\, Rue Van Maerlant 22/\, Bruxelles\, 1040\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Community,Faith,Just Peace in Israel and Palestine
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241126T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260513T202113
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SUMMARY:Christians in Gaza
DESCRIPTION:Join Pax Christi England and Wales\, the Passionist Community\, and Pax Christi International for an event aimed at amplifying the voices of the Christian community in the Holy Land.  \nTuesday\, 26th November\, 3:30 PM GMT (UK) / 5:30 PM Palestine Time  \nSpeakers:  \n\nFr. Gabriel Romanelli\, IVE: Parish Priest of the Holy Family Parish\, Gaza \n\n\nSami Al-Yousef: Chief Executive Officer\, Latin Patriarchate\, Jerusalem \n\n\nAs the war reaches its 416th day\, Christians in the region face unimaginable hardships. Yet their unwavering faith remains a beacon of hope. This gathering provides us with the opportunity to hear directly from those enduring these harrowing times\, as they share their struggles\, hopes\, and resilience.\n\n\n\nThrough the testimonies of Fr. Gabriel Romanelli and Sami Al-Yousef\, we will bear witness to the profound humanitarian and spiritual crisis affecting the Christian community in Gaza.\n\n\n\nThis event is more than a call to awareness: it is an invitation to act\, to pray\, and to stand in solidarity with those who continue to endure\, love\, and hope against all odds.\n\nRegister here. \n \n 
URL:https://paxchristi.net/event/christians-in-gaza/
LOCATION:Online: via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community,Faith,Just Peace in Israel and Palestine
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T200000
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SUMMARY:A Voice from the Border: The Pastoral Presence of Bishop Mark Seitz
DESCRIPTION:On October 24\, 2024\, Pax Christi International\, with the support of the Pax Christi Fund for Peace\, hosted the webinar “A Voice from the Border: The Pastoral Presence of Bishop Mark J. Seitz.” \nIn this emotional and deeply moving conversation\, Bishop Mark Seitz shared his firsthand experiences working with immigrants at the U.S.-Mexico border. Moderated by Marie Dennis of our Catholic Nonviolence Initiative\, this webinar offered a unique and compassionate perspective on immigration. \nBishop Seitz concluded with a poignant reflection that continues to resonate with us: \n“Advocacy will only have an impact if we change the minds and hearts of citizens in this country. We have to do the hard work of reaching the grassroots and helping people understand—a kind of understanding that can only come from encounter. I hope and pray that people will take the opportunity\, wherever they live\, to reach out\, ask questions\, and listen to the stories of immigrants. These stories may very well change your life\, allowing you to see a reality through their eyes that you were unable to see before.” \n\n\n  \nThis event is part of a series organized by the Pax Christi Fund for Peace. You can read more about the series here.
URL:https://paxchristi.net/event/a-voice-from-the-border-the-pastoral-presence-of-bishop-mark-seitz/
LOCATION:Online: via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Church,Faith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T202113
CREATED:20240926T154036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T164625Z
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SUMMARY:Ecological Conversion\, Nonviolence\, and the Role of the Catholic Church
DESCRIPTION:On September 26\, 2024\, Pax Christi International\, with the support of the Pax Christi Fund for Peace\, hosted the webinar “Ecological Conversion\, Nonviolence\, and the Role of the Catholic Church”. \nThe event\, moderated by Fr. Joe Nangle\, OFM\, board member of the Pax Christi Fund for Peace\, featured an inspiring dialogue between Amy Echeverria (Columban Missionaries) and Fr. James E. Hug\, S.J. (Adrian Dominican Sisters). Our speakers discussed the interconnectedness of nonviolence and ecological care\, emphasizing that the underlying causes of environmental destruction often stem from violence and exploitation. \n\n\n  \nThis event is part of a series organized by the Pax Christi Fund for Peace. You can read more about the series here.
URL:https://paxchristi.net/event/ecological-conversion-nonviolence-and-the-role-of-the-catholic-church/
LOCATION:Online: via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Church,Faith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T202113
CREATED:20240827T151941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T164014Z
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SUMMARY:Advancing Nonviolence in Challenging Times
DESCRIPTION:On August 27\, 2024\, Pax Christi International\, with the support of the Pax Christi Fund for Peace\, hosted the webinar “Advancing Nonviolence in Challenging Times.” \nThe event began with a beautiful meditation led by Carolyn Townes\, OSF\, Pax Christi Fund for Peace Board Member\, to reflect on the emotional weight of our times. This was followed by an inspiring discussion with: \nRivera Sun (Advancing Nonviolence Coordinator\, Pace e Bene)\, who shared powerful stories of nonviolence experiences across the U.S. \nMichelle Sherman (Project Director\, Pax Christi USA)\, who discussed the importance of the Catholic Nonviolence Initiative and its relevance for the U.S. \nTheir presentations provided deep reflections and concrete examples of nonviolence in action. \nWe are also pleased to share some resources from our speakers: \n\nNonviolence News by Rivera Sun: A weekly newsletter highlighting “nonviolence in action\,” showcasing the hopeful\, courageous\, and inspiring ways people are changing narratives\, culture\, society\, and politics across the globe.\nThe Rose & The Barbed Wire\, A Pax Christi Young Adult Caucus Zine\, mentioned by Michelle Sherman during her presentation. To receive a copy\, please contact Michelle at msherman@paxchristiusa.org.\n\n  \n\n  \nThis event is part of a series organized by the Pax Christi Fund for Peace. You can read more about the series here.
URL:https://paxchristi.net/event/advancing-nonviolence-in-challenging-times/
LOCATION:Online: via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Church,Faith
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T202113
CREATED:20240728T130200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T163959Z
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SUMMARY:Unarmed Civilian Protection in Palestine
DESCRIPTION:On July 28\, 2024\, Pax Christi International\, with the support of the Pax Christi Fund for Peace\, hosted a webinar on Unarmed Civilian Protection in Palestine. \nThe event\, moderated by Myrtle Hendricks Corrales\, President of the Pax Christi Fund for Peace\, featured an enlightening discussion with Mel Duncan\, Co-Founder of Nonviolence Peaceforce\, and Ann Farr\, Pax Christi England and Wales\, Accompanier in Palestine through the Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel (EAPPI) . Their valuable experiences and perspectives provided deep insights and fostered meaningful dialogue.  \nFor those who are unable to attend in person\, you can watch the recordings on our YouTube channel. \n  \n\n  \nThis event is part of a series organized by the Pax Christi Fund for Peace. You can read more about the series here.
URL:https://paxchristi.net/event/unarmed-civilian-protection-in-palestine/
LOCATION:Online: via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Church,Faith
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