Peacemakers in Iraq
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
When Did I Conceive Based On Due Date
PRESS Pax Christi France
The Synod of Bishops for the Middle East has just ended. It is obviously for the Christians of the East a great breath of fresh air. Iraqi Christians in particular, who have suffered so much, could find a new indicator of hope. The fruits of course still require to be harvested. But in Iraq there was now justified in saying that future becomes possible on the basis of a respectful dialogue between religions and a clear recognition by all of the rights of everyone.
On this same land of Iraq a better seemed also occur for the population towards the institutional stability and social peace.
And here again is the test! The glimmers of hope and life that had appeared on the horizon are tarnished by violence and death. Pax Christi France, particularly concerned about the fate of his brothers in Iraq, wants to tell them that all the horror feel to the new terrorist who carried out once again cruelly affect Christians, not just Christians. We want express our heartfelt solidarity with the families of those killed in the "massacre" of the Cathedral of Baghdad and all those who today live in pain and anguish.
can not be silent when we kill with a total cynicism expectancy of men and women who have only one aspiration, to live in peace and harmony, their family and social life . We strongly disapprove of the new crime has been committed in Baghdad and we are asking all friends of peace and justice to denounce us. We thank Mr. Mohammed Moussaoui, President of the French Muslim Council and Mr. Dalil Boubaker, rector of the Great Mosque of Paris, having already made a clear commitment in this sense and have unequivocally condemned the perversion of Islam by extremist currents. Could we not pursue a joint discussion to address such disparities and advance in this troubled world dialogue, respect and fellowship.
Once again we turn to our politicians. They have the duty to act to consolidate the fragile foundations of peace and security in Iraq, benefiting not only Christians but also those who are threatened and hindered the progress harmonious in their daily lives. France is also now being targeted by violent forces. She especially the duty to act - responsibly - for those who have less than we can afford to defend.
Never throw in custody. The man continues to suffer because of man. So we have an overriding obligation to work with renewed determination to work for justice and peace.
+ Marc Stenger
Bishop of Troyes
President of Pax Christi France
I join Pax Chrit who says no to violence in Iraq and in Angers go tonight participate in a circle of silence Sr. Eliane
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