Since the beginning of the horrific violence in the Holy Land, the Episcopal Church has been advocating for Peace. As the killing and destruction continues, it’s imperative that strong voices emerge demanding a cease fire and massive infusion of humanitarian aid and that the steps toward a just and lasting peace for all people in the Holy Land be determined and implemented.

Recently, a Palestinian Episcopal Priest, Reverend Dr Canon Naim Stifan Ateek, wrote a letter to President Biden that laid out a Prophetic Vision for Justice, in which he proposes concrete steps toward peace. Here is the link to the letter.

As followers of Jesus, we are called to advocate for peace and justice. Please consider passing this letter on to your representative in Congress, your senators, and President Biden and urging them to circulate this proposal in the halls of Congress and the Executive Branch to spur a conversation about a path to Peace. The US must take the leadership role and guide the Israelis, Palestinians, and the world toward a permanent, fair, and just resolution of the conflict that has engulfed the region for the past 75 years. There has been too much killing and devastation. The healing must begin now!

Bob Wohlsen – bob.wohlsen@gmail.com

Advocacy Team Chair

Commission for Intercultural Ministries