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A Statement on the Middle Eastern Conflict: An Appeal for Peace

As the third week of escalating conflict unfolds between Iran, Israel, and the United States, the Archbishops and Primates of Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia have shared An Appeal for Peace.

20 March 2026

The Church of South India shares a plea against war and violence

'Let us stand together and proclaim: Peace is God’s will. War is not.' The Church of South India (United) has shared a call for peace in light of ongoing conflict and political tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.

20 March 2026

Diocese of Cyprus & the Gulf call for 'unceasing prayers' amidst conflict

The Bishop in Cyprus & the Gulf, the Rt Revd Sean Semple, has called for 'peace, wise diplomacy' and a de-escalation of 'catastrophic conflict', in a message of solidarity to churches and communities impacted by war in the region. 

13 March 2026

DRC: Bishop of Goma describes church growth amid conflict

One year on from the invasion of Goma, DRC, bishop Martin Gordon has spoken of church growth across his diocese amid ongoing conflict.

22 January 2026

‘Jesus was a refugee’: The Archbishop of Tanzania urges the Communion to come together to support refugees

Representatives from the Anglican Communion have recently addressed the growing issues facing refugees and displaced people.

22 December 2025

Anglican messages of solidarity following strike on Al-Ahli hospital in Gaza

Anglican provinces and humanitarian organisations share messages of solidarity in the wake of the Palm Sunday air strike on Al-Ahi Hospital in Gaza City. 

14 April 2025

Anglicans keep South Sudan on UN radar

Revd Glen Ruffle, Anglican Communion Representative at the United Nations in Geneva, delivers an address regarding gender equality in South Sudan

The Anglican Communion raised the plight of gender justice in South Sudan at the 58th Session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva

28 March 2025

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem issue Christmas message

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem issue a joint 2024 Advent message and calls for prayer during the Christmas season.

16 December 2024

Anglicans to call for Just Financing at COP29 to protect the world’s poorest

An Anglican delegation will attend COP29 and make calls for action that demonstrate our commitment to tackling the climate crisis.

11 November 2024

The Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem call for peace

The Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem have issued a statement calling for the urgent need to conclude the war.

 

 

27 August 2024