by Maria J. Stephanfor Waging Nonviolence To prevent future far-right violence, first we need accountability. Then we must build movements capable of transforming our social, political and economic systems. Following the Jan. 6 insurrectionary attack on the U.S. Capitol and on the country, the FBI has warned of violent actions being planned in all 50 states and … Continue reading We need to prepare for ongoing insurrectionary violence and address its root causes
Called to be peacemakers
Ed. Note: Johnny Zokovitch, Executive Director of Pax Christi USA, signed onto this statement. In the face of mob violence and political insurrection, we as followers of Jesus are called to be peacemakers. He didn’t instruct us to merely be peace lovers who call for unity and healing, but rather to act; and do the … Continue reading Called to be peacemakers