‘This Is My Prayer’
By Stassi CrammPresiding Bishop, Counselor to the President We gathered in a Community of Christ building for a...
We Affirm
Pursuit of Peace
Because God yearns for peace and justice for all creation, we honor our Enduring Principles to uphold the Worth of All Persons, make Responsible Choices, and honor the Sacredness of Creation. Led by the Holy Spirit, we work with others to restore Christ’s peace in the world and challenge unjust systems that diminish human worth.
Resolution 1177
World Conference Resolution 1177 reminds us that we are called to promote peace around the world.
Resolution 1267
World Conference Resolution 1267 reminds us that we are called to take steps toward living and being communities of Christ’s peace.
Resolution 1270
World Conference Resolution 1270 urges that firearms be used for sporting and professional purposes only.
Resolution 1303
World Conference Resolution 1303 reminds us that nuclear weapons are a threat to the Worth of All Persons and the Sacredness of Creation.
Resolution 1319
World Conference Resolution 1319 calls Community of Christ to discuss the role nonviolence plays in the pursuit of peace and in the life and mission of the church.
Developing Definitions
Violence, Nonviolence, and Nonviolent Action
On 12 April 2019, the World Conference passed World Conference Resolution (WCR) 1319. As Community of Christ continues to engage in conversations about the role of nonviolence in living Christ’s mission, the First Presidency has determined that the body needs working definitions to support this process and invites the church into the process of developing definitions for violence, nonviolence, and nonviolent action.
Peace and Justice Team
The Peace and Justice Team is a World Church Team that considers how Community of Christ might engage in the world as a people passionate about justice and peace.
Our Stories
Learn how the church is pursuing Christ's mission in neighborhoods, villages, and communities around the world. Christ's mission, our mission.
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A Life Changed by Driveway Prayers
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'Peace of Jesus'
By Jane M. GardnerPresiding evangelist Peace is not a glass of lemonade, a hammock, palm trees, and soft ocean...
Resources
Draft Definitions
The First Presidency invites the church into the process of developing definitions for violence, nonviolence, and nonviolent action.
Mayors for Peace
Mayors for Peace believes lasting world peace can be attained through the total abolition of nuclear weapons and strives to work on global problems such as poverty and human rights abuses. This resource is only available in English.
Statement on Conscientious Objection and Military Service
This statement states that, "A person making a decision of conscience either to participate or not to participate in military service has the respect, the support, and the ministry of the church." This resource is only available in English.
Peace and Justice Team Statement on Mideast Conflict
The Community of Christ Peace and Justice Team released a call to action regarding renewed violence in the Mideast. This resource is only available in English.
Peacebuilding Ministries
Peacebuilding Ministries offers trainings and services to help people live in peaceful relationships.
International Peace Award
The International Peace Award sponsored by Community of Christ and Shaw Family Foundation recognizes a person’s significant efforts to Pursue Peace on Earth.
Peace Pathways
Peace Pathways brings together organizations and individuals dedicated to educating, advocating, and promoting peace and justice.
Peace Pavilion
The Peace Pavilion houses over 25 interactive exhibits where visitors learn about peacebuilding.