Say no to airstrikes against Syria

Homes reduced to a ragged shell

Following the debate in Parliament on 26 November 2015, it is likely that there will be a vote very soon, proposing military action in Syria, Pat Gaffney, general secretary of Pax Christi UK writes.

Many Pax Christi members contacted their MPs in 2013 when a similar vote took place. We urge you to do the same again. Try to ensure that prayers are said in your parish community that nonviolent responses be pursued in facing crimes of terrorism and extremism.

Pray and meditate on the words from Pope Francis based on the readings of the day, 19 November 2015. What do they say to us in these days?

'Today Jesus weeps as well: because we have chosen the way of war, the way of hatred, the way of enmities.' He went on to say,' we are close to Christmas. There will be lights, there will be parties, bright trees, even Nativity scenes all decked out while the world continues to wage war. The world has not understood the way of peace.'

To contact your MP see: www.parliament.uk/get-involved/contact-your-mp/

Find a guide to prayer and action at this time here: http://paxchristi.org.uk/2015/11/27/no-to-airstrikes-against-syria/