Compiled by Johnny Zokovitch Each month, “On The Line” features news items and announcements from around the nation featuring Pax Christi members, local groups, regions and partners. PAX CHRISTI USA CELEBRATES THE LIFE OF TEACHER OF PEACE DANIEL BERRIGAN, S.J.: Pax Christi USA leadership responded to the news late last month that Dan Berrigan, S.J., … Continue reading ON THE LINE: May 2016 edition includes Daniel Berrigan memoriam, regional events, peacemakers honored, and more
REFLECTION: Conference follows the words of Jesus – “Put down that sword”
By William Slavick Pax Christi Maine The Vatican conference call for Just Peace theology gave Dan Berrigan a hopeful departure. Jesus and his followers were peaceful, practiced love of neighbor, and for three centuries rejected violence, choosing martyrdom over engaging in violence. The link with Constantine’s empire resulted in contradictory loyalties. Many Christians retreated to the … Continue reading REFLECTION: Conference follows the words of Jesus – “Put down that sword”