Promotion of Peace, Nonviolence, and Disarmament

Testament of Youth

Film Discussion Guide
This film discussion guide helps us reflect on how the realities of war differ from the cultural and political "culture of war" often promoted to justify extreme violence. Through the actual...
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American Veteran: Brian Willson Pays a Price for Peace (July 4)

Reflection
This resource recounts the story of Brian Willson, who was converted to peacemaking when he was a soldier in Vietnam and recognized the humanity of the people he was sent to kill. Reflection...
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Walking the Road to Justice with Peace Pilgrim (July 18)

Prayer Service
Mildred Lisette Norman was a hiker and peace activist who began a challenging ministry as Peace Pilgrim, walking back and forth across the U.S. for years in order to promote peace. Her own words...
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Prayer for Peace by Pope Francis

Prayer
Pope Francis’s words make up this Prayer for Peace and help us focus on what he sees as central to peacemaking today.  

Court Orders Release of Nuclear Disarmament Trio

Reflection
On May 16, the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ordered the release of three Catholic peace activists, overturning their conviction of sabotage. The three protesters broke into the Y-12 nuclear...
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The Conscientious Objector

Appropriate for International Conscientious Objector’s Day, May 15, "The Conscientious Objector" is based on the life of Desmond Doss, a U.S. Army medic who was the first conscientious objector to...
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Last Days in Vietnam

Rory Kennedy’s documentary Last Days in Vietnam provides a closer look at the chaotic events of the final days of the Vietnam War. The film includes interviews by individuals who were present and...
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Bonhoeffer

“Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Pacifist, Nazi Resister” is a documentary that explores the complex story of Pastor Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Our discussion questions invite viewers to apply lessons from his...
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A Call to Disarm

Prayer Service
Disarmament Week is held October 24-30. This prayer weaves the challenge of scripture and the call of the church to turn our focus from the weapons of war to the ways of peace.

Conscientious Objection Study Unit

Conscientious objection is a response people can choose when weighing their involvement in armed conflict. This resource explores Just War Theory and pacifism, with an in-depth look at a film which...
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Prayer Service for a Resolution to Conflicts around the World

Prayer Service
This five-page service for the resolution to conflicts around the world commences under the guidance of a child with the invitation to see the destruction of war and violence through his eyes. It...
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United in One Voice: No to Violence, No to Hate

Prayer Service
This five-page prayer service features the voices of interfaith religious leaders calling for calm amid protests which have flared in Libya, Yemen, Afghanistan, Tunisia, Iraq, Iran, and other...
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