Category: Peacebuilders
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Pope Francis and Nonviolence
Cross-posting this great article by Ken Butigan about Pope Francis’ work to bring the logic and teachings of nonviolence back to the center of the Catholic Church, an institution that too often in history ignored Jesus’ nonviolent teachings.
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Remembering Pope Francis’ 2014 Visit to Korea
In August 2014, Pope Francis made a papal visit to South Korea, where he made special efforts to console the bereaved families of the Sewol ferry disaster and spoke about peace and reconciliation between the Koreas.
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People of the Resurrection
Cross-posting an Easter reflection from Jonathan Kuttab and Friends of Sabeel North America’s tribute to Pope Francis.
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Mosquitos Matter
Malaria has always made me wonder why mosquitos matter in the circle of life. Learn this and more in a post by my Peace Catalyst colleague, Kirsten Schlewitz.
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Resurrection as Civil Disobedience
Pastor Bill Wylie-Kellermann and a group of six others made an act of civil disobedience on Easter 1982. He shares his memories of their discernment process and their action in this post.
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Using Our Power – Nonviolence & Noncooperation in History and Today
If you missed the webinar on nonviolence & noncooperation as resistance to authoritarianism- first, it was amazing, hopeful, and activating- second, now is your chance to watch it!
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How to Prevent a Coup: Lessons from Korea, 4/25
The ongoing struggle for self-governance in South Korea has seen a powerful and significantly successful nonviolent movement act quickly and strategically to prevent martial law. We’ll hear voices from Korea on lessons from recent experience, on the U.S. role in Korea, and take your questions.
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Korea Peace Advocacy, June 2025
This nationally coordinated action is particularly timely as tensions on the Korean Peninsula run dangerously high. We must urgently advocate for diplomacy to reach a peace agreement. 75 years of war is TOO LONG!
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Reflecting on Apocalypse
Jessica Sun calls Christians back to gospel hope in the middle of alarming times. “Jesus is never more compassionate than he is during these times. He speaks with such tenderness and reassurance.”
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Identity & Conflict Workshop, 4/24
Join me and the Faith-Based Caucus of Korea Peace Now’s Grassroots Network on Thursday, April 24th at 8 pm ET for a workshop on identity and conflict, where we’ll explore our identities and the elements of dignity.
