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Leaders of global Christian communions call for renewed efforts towards the ‘Gift of Peace’

Four global Christian communions have issued a joint call for peace in response to conflicts and growing instability around the world.

05 March 2026

Worldwide president of Mothers’ Union marks 150th anniversary with running challenge

Worldwide president of Mothers’ Union, Kathleen Snow, has taken on a running challenge to mark the charity’s 150th Anniversary. During 2026, she’s running 15 10k runs, in various locations around the world, to raise funds and awareness for the work of Mothers’ Union.

17 February 2026

When women lead, peace lasts longer: A Statement from the International Anglican Women’s Network

The International Anglican Women’s Network (IAWN) Steering Group met in Jordan to hear about the experiences of women in places of conflict.

11 February 2026

Church of England bishops visit Israel and Palestine and call for governments to ‘protect Palestinians’

A group of bishops from the Church of England who speak regularly in the House of Lords about Israel and Palestine have visited the Holy Land, spending time visiting churches and communities to inform their advocacy in the UK and to show solidarity with all who are suffering.

02 February 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

‘Peace is the only tool to liberate our country’, says the Archbishop of Myanmar

The Most Revd Stephen Than Myint Oo, Archbishop of Myanmar has spoken about his ministry in a country facing civil war and climate crisis. 

20 November 2025

Sudan in crisis: Sudan's Archbishop brings appeal for peace to UK

The Most Revd Ezekiel Kondo, Archbishop of Sudan, has been in the UK to raise awareness for Sudan's humanitarian crisis and share an appeal for peace.

17 November 2025

The Archbishop of York and Cardinal Vincent Nichols call for an end to the war in Gaza

Church leaders including the Archbishop Stephen Cottrell and Cardinal Vincent Nichols, have issued a statement calling for an end to war in Gaza.

18 September 2025

The Anglican Church in Japan advocates for peace on the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima nuclear bombing

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima atomic bombing, the House of Bishops in the Anglican Church in Japan shared a statement emphasising their continued commitment to peace, reconciliation and reparation.

06 August 2025

Churches from the Anglican Communion respond to the 8th Al-Ahli Gaza hospital attack

Anglican churches and voices respond to the news that Al-Ahli hospital in Gaza City was attacked for the 8th time since the Gaza conflict began.

09 June 2025