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The March on Washington

A NEW GENERATION BEFORE THE WALLS OF JERICHO By Jill Schaeffer It took a circuitous forty years for the Israelites to cross over the Jordan to confront and be confronted by the land of milk and honey God had promised … Continue reading

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Peacemakers Needed in Canada

Peacemakers Needed in Canada

As Christian peacemakers, we are grateful for the ministry of ecumenical Christian Peacemaker Teams[i] in many conflict-ridden corners of the globe. Committed to building partnerships to transform violence and oppression, CPT teams accompany and support threatened communities with an on-going … Continue reading

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Solidarity Matters: Good News for Hospitality Workers

Hospitality workers are often out of sight: washing sheets and making our beds in hotels; preparing food for our children in school cafeterias; stocking shelves in airport shops. Thanks to their persistent activism and the solidarity of their allies, their … Continue reading

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Support Food Aid Reform!

Support Food Aid Reform! In the proposal for FY2014 food aid budget, there are reforms which will allow the U.S. to buy and distribute food aid in areas where there is need.  Traditionally, there have been restrictions that have stipulated … Continue reading

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