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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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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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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On Jesus’ Ethics
In this essay written to Christians by my colleague, Michael McDougle, he advises, “Wherever you land theologically—about Israel, or prophecy, or the end times—start here: with Jesus.”
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Peacemaking Through Collaboration Between Christians in North Korea and South Korea
Webinar from the Korea Peace Now Grassroots Network Inter-Faith Caucus about inter-Korean ecumenical dialogues, called the Tozanso Process, featuring Kurt Esslinger, Charles Ryu, and Sulkiro Song.
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In Memory of David Hartsough (1940-2025)
After the March 22nd death of a beloved Quaker peace activist, sharing an episode of Nonviolence Radio where he explained his journey and commitment to nonviolence.
Seeds Will Grow 