During this week which includes the International Day of Prayer for Peace on 21 September, church organizations, congregations, and people of faith are encouraged to bear a common witness by participating in worship services, educational events, and acts of support in favour of peace and justice for Israelis and Palestinians.
When:
15 – 22 September 2019
Theme:
Humanity and equality in God’s creation
Where:
Worldwide
Resources:
Concept note (Please see link below)
Organizers:
The World Council of Churches invites member churches, faith-based communities, and civil society organizations around the world to join together for a week of prayer for just peace for all in Palestine and Israel. Congregations and individuals around the globe who share the hope of justice shall unite during the week to take peaceful actions, together, to create a common international public witness.
Contact: media@wcc-coe.org
Concept note and resources for 2019 World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel
Resources available also in German, French, Spanish, Arabic and Hebrew
World Week for Peace highlights humanity and equality (WCC press release 20 July 2019)
"I have a dream" by Yusef Daher- WCC blog post 7 August 2019
