Take Part: General Assembly, Peacemakers Calendar & New Resources

New Resources, General Assembly Updates & Upcoming Gatherings The Peace Gathering at General Assembly Friday, June 26, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM Immanuel Presbyterian Church 1100 N. Astor St., Milwaukee, WI Tickets Available May 1st at presbypeacefellowship.org Kairos Palestine II Study Guide Download the Study Guide Join us for an evening of fellowship, food, and inspiration as we gather Presbyterian peaceseekers during the 227th General Assembly. We’ll honor the work of peace in our church, discuss key issues before GA, and share more about the ministry of the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Osamah Khalil, Professor of History at Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs and author of America’s Dream Palace and A World of Enemies. Three Christians organizations – The Palestine Justice Network (PJN) of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), United Methodists for Kairos Response (UMKR), and our own Friends of Sabeel North America (FOSNA) – have developed a study guide for the new Kairos Palestine document, "A Moment of Truth: Faith in a Time of Genocide."  This resource, offered for free to download, invites congregations, small groups, or solidarity circles into a sacred dialogue with the Kairos Palestine II document—a living confession born from the heart of Palestinian Christian suffering. Essential New Resource from FOSNA! The Bible Is Anti-Zionist: A 40-Day Devotional Series by Jesse Steven Wheeler FOSNA Associate Executive Director Check it out! More General Assembly Updates Overtures En Route to GA Peace and Justice through Just and Peaceful Means This overture calls on the PC(USA) to urge the U.S. government to enact a full trade embargo on Israel until international law is upheld, including ending the occupation, dismantling apartheid policies, and affirming the right of return for Palestinian refugees.  Read the full overture Recognition of Israel’s Violation of the Prohibition on Genocide An overture from the Presbytery of the Redwoods calling the PC(USA) to: Condemn violations of the UN Genocide Convention Urge an end to U.S. military aid to Israel Encourage economic noncooperation Affirm that opposing human rights violations is not antisemitism Stand against antisemitism and Islamophobia Equip congregations to preach and teach on this issue  Read the full overture Community Day of Action Saturday, June 27, 2026 As part of the Presbyterian Decade to End Gun Violence, Presbyterians will gather for a Community Day of Action on gun violence prevention at the General Assembly. Activities may include a Guns to Gardens demonstration, public art using dismantled gun parts, and resources for congregations. Planning Our GA Witness Will you be attending the General Assembly in Milwaukee as a commissioner, delegate, corresponding member, or overture advocate? Can you volunteer with us or help with pre-GA advocacy outreach? Contact: info@presbypeacefellowship.org From Briefly... Check out these articles will appear in the upcoming issue of Briefly: Venezuela: Seeking Clarity in the Midst of Chaos — Neddy Astudillo Sunshine Melts Ice: A Meditation on the Martyrdom of Renée Good — Andrew William Smith Gun Violence Prevention Updates NEW: Protecting Children from Gun Violence Action Circles Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in the United States. These five-week Zoom action circles equip congregations with practical, faith-based tools to respond. Winter Session: Feb. 4 – March 4, 2026 (SOLD OUT) Spring Session: April 15 – May 13, 2026  12 PM ET / 11 CT / 10 MT / 9 PT  Register: https://bit.ly/children-action-circle Learn How: Guns to Gardens Action Circles Registration open for Spring 2026 cohort The action circles will meet for 6 weeks on Thursdays starting April 16th. There is a daytime cohort and an evening cohort, please register for one. Each will meet for 1 hour.  Daytime will meet 12:00pm ET / 11:00am CT / 10:00am MT / 9:00am PT Evening will meet at 7:30pm ET / 6:30pm CT / 5:30pm MT / 4:30pm PT Each cohort has 25 spots. Register below! Daytime Cohort Evening Cohort Save the date! James Atwood Institute for Congregational Courage  Sept. 15–18, 2026  Heartland Center, Parkville, MO More details coming soon Peacemakers Calendar February Feb. 12 (and every 2nd Thursday) Palestine Solidarity Working Group | 2 PM ET Organize, advocate, and take nonviolent action to support Palestinian liberation.  www.presbypeacefellowship.org/events-1 Feb. 12 (and every Thursday) General Assembly Planning Team | 1 PM ET Weekly meetings to promote overtures and build a strong peace witness at GA.  info@presbypeacefellowship.org Feb. 19 (and every 3rd Thursday) Peace Church Working Group | 1 PM ET Support conscientious objection, oppose militarism, and encourage nonviolence.  info@presbypeacefellowship.org Feb. 22 Deadline: General Assembly overtures with constitutional implications Feb. 24 (and every 4th Tuesday) Gun Violence Prevention Working Group | 5 PM ET  gvp@presbypeacefellowship.org Feb. 25 (and every 4th Wednesday) Presbyterian Advocacy Hour | 12 PM ET  pcusa.info/advocacyhourregistration March Mar. 3 (and every 1st Tuesday) Protecting Children from Gun Violence Team | 7 PM ET  gvp@presbypeacefellowship.org Mar. 5 (and every 1st Thursday) Presbyterians for Abolition Discussion Group | 8 PM ET Short videos and readings. All are welcome.  www.presbypeacefellowship.org/events-1 April – May April 15 – May 13 Protecting Children from Gun Violence: Spring Action Circles | 12 PM ET  https://bit.ly/children-action-circle April 22 Deadline: General Assembly overtures without constitutional implications  May May 7 Deadline: General Assembly overture concurrences Our Company | Contact Us | FAQs | Privacy Policy

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Come One, Come All – Your One True Zoom Link for Lost & Found!

Hi everyone, We’re excited to invite you to join us for this week’s Lost & Found Soul Studies! Whether you’re a longtime member or joining us for the first time, we welcome you with open hearts and open arms. We know there’s been some confusion with the Zoom links over the past couple of weeks, and we’re so sorry for any inconvenience. To make things clear and simple, here is the One True Link you’ll use for all our sessions going forward (no more switching each month): Zoom info: Topic: Lost and Found Virtual Peace Church Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84034604430?pwd=1LbQyn5NZFy2CJcCiSZqTzXlnUTzVg.1 Meeting ID: 840 3460 4430 Passcode: 921828 Time Zone Reminders: 7:00 PM ET 6:00 PM CT 5:00 PM MT 4:00 PM PT A Little About Lost & Found: Lost & Found is our virtual peace church—a sacred space where we blend worship with meaningful reflection. Our sessions offer a unique pattern: Worship Services: Full, vibrant worship gatherings that inspire and connect us in community. Soul Studies: Hands-on, interactive sessions where you get involved in creative activities and spiritual practices designed to deepen your faith and help you explore your inner life. We can’t wait to have you with us as we create a space where every voice is heard, every heart is lifted, and where our shared desire for peace and transformation comes alive. Thank you for being part of this journey—come one, come all! Blessings, The Lost & Found Team Presbyterian Peace Fellowship   This program is made possible through a Vital Worship, Vital Preaching Grant from the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship, Grand Rapids, Michigan, with funds provided by Lilly Endowment Inc. Lost and Found | Virtual Peace Church | Soul Studies | Community Connection | Clergy Peacemakers | Peacemaking | Decentralized Church | Sunday| Spiritual Reflection Our Company | Contact Us | FAQs | Privacy Policy

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Presbyterian Peace Fellowship - Meet the Newest Members of the PPF Community! 🌍

We’re thrilled to introduce the newest members of the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship family! Each of these individuals brings a wealth of experience, creativity, and dedication to our mission for peace and justice.

Hey Friends, Joining us are Mudit Suri as a new staff member and Chijioke Elekwa Agbaeze, Marissa Gutierrez, and Sheila Melendez as our newest residents. They each bring amazing talents and passion for peace and justice, and we can’t wait for you to get to know them better. You can learn more about them on our website.

Mudit Suri (he/him) Accompaniment Strategist Mudit is originally from India and is now based in Illinois with his family, Mudit brings extensive experience in peace-building and disarmament work. He previously served with the United Nations in Latin America and Colombia, focusing on violence prevention and peace accord implementation. Mudit speaks Spanish and Hindi, enjoys hiking with his family, and is always working to refine his cooking skills.

Marissa Gutierrez (she/her) Artist in Residence for 2024-2025 Marissa (she/her) is a human rights and peace-building activist, artist, educator, and advocate for youth. Recently, she was an Artist-in-Residence at the Initiative for a Just Society at the Center for Contemporary Critical Thought at Columbia University. Marissa also serves as an Adjunct Lecturer at the City College of New York in the Art Education department.

Chijioke Elekwa Agbaeze (he/him) PPF Resident Supporting the Lost & Found Project Chijioke is a theologian, pastor, and ecologist dedicated to community-centered ministry and inspiring care for our common home. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Theology and Ecology at Princeton Theological Seminary, Chijioke explores the intersection of faith and ecological advocacy, aiming to foster resilient, faith-driven responses to social and environmental challenges.

Sheila Melendez PPF Resident Supporting the Lost & Found Project Sheila Melendez is a singer, conductor, and worship leader from the Baltimore/DC area. She grew up singing in various churches, directing praise bands for worship services, and studying music from a young age. Additionally, she has performed with Latin Jazz groups, held roles in Operas, and has been a soloist for major choral works. Ms. Sheila worked with several community choirs from beginner to professional chamber groups in the Denver area. She is currently the choir director at Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church, WV and an adjunct voice faculty at Montgomery College in Rockville, MD.

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