We mourn the faith placed in military might.
We mourn the faith placed in weapons that supposedly vanquish enemies, but only perpetuate cycles of violence.
We mourn the faith placed in violence, as if that can bring about right relationships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Christians are called to embody a faith that seeks the welfare of others, not their demise.
Christians are called to embody a faith that lays down our arms instead of participating in the ever-increasing cycle of violence.
Christians are called to embody the ways of peace, not violence, as our journey of faith.
Christians are called to love our enemies \u2013 or refuse to have enemies \u2013 and reach across barriers to build bridges of respect, mutuality and conciliation even with those who may be hostile.
Christians are called to participate in a faith that follows and seeks to live out the ways of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace.
And Christians are called to invite others, including those of other faiths, to seek alternatives to violence and live into a different future where all can encounter life and well-being. <\/p>\n\n\n\n