Dear Sisters, The abduction on April 14th, 2014 of almost 300 young Nigerian schoolgirls by Boko Haram militants is an act that demands a response from the faith community. Church Women United, Inc. joins all those who have expressed outrage at this heinous act of terrorism. Please join us in prayer for this situation on Monday, May 19th at noon (EST). Please share this email. Peace, Marilyn Lariviere CWU National President Djamillah Samad CWU National Executive From Dr. William F. Vendley, Secretary General, RELIGIONS FOR PEACE, “We know, from over 43 years of experience, that our work is based on shared values as well as a principled respect for our religious differences. We have agreed by consensus that it is the obligation of all believers to respect and honor one another and to promote each others well being, including very notably the well being of women and girls. This shameful kidnapping makes clear that our mission is as important as ever. As we decry this heinous kidnapping and call for the release of the school girls, we also extend our prayers and principled solidarity to the girls and their families”. RELIGIONS FOR PEACE--the worlds largest and most representative multi-religious coalition-advances common action among the worlds religious communities for peace.
Posted on: Mon, 19 May 2014 13:29:33 +0000
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