URI Stories of Impact

Our community is working tirelessly to bring peace and justice in all areas of the world regardless of religion. Read stories straight from the organizers.

Bill Swing

Reflections on the Elections and Nuclear Weapons

Last Sunday, Bishop William Swing, Founding Trustee and President Emeritus, delivered a sermon at Grace Cathedral, in San Francisco.

In his words: "Next week, we will elect a president of the United States. Among the myriad responsibilities that go with the office, none is of greater magnitude than the use of nuclear weapons."

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URI AL&C Online Youth Training

Between August and September 2021, the URI AL&C Online Youth Training organized by the URI Global Program for the participation of youth was developed with the intervention of 15 young people from the CCs: Aflaiai, Constructores de Puentes, Teusaquillo, Mukua, Quinaroes , COEMATI, The Descendants of Guatemaya, Samay, ACRE from the countries: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Panama and Venezuela.

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URI Statement on Escalating Violence in the Israel-Hamas War

URI remains alarmed by the escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas & expresses grave concern for the civilians on the ground.

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Golden Women’s Vision in Uganda

Golden Women’s Vision CC shares their work in Uganda and describes the plight of the communities they serve.

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International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons

On Sept 26th, International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, we have prayed by reading out the prayers of both Bishop Swing and Pope Francis at the end of the Seminar on Science and Spirituality, at Bibliothe, Rome.

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Pope Francis Praises Interfaith Work

On his visit to the United States, Pope Francis is delivering strong praise of interfaith work.

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Moral and Spiritual Imperative to End Extreme Poverty

Global Interfaith WASH Alliance co-hosted a program with the UN, World Bank and faith based organizations. Faith leaders came together in support of the Sustainable Development Goals and to work to eliminate poverty and inequality.

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We All Are On Peace Road

The 21st of September, which we know as the Day of Peace, is celebrated in the Russian Orthodox Church as the Birthday of the Virgin Maria. We in Russia have double celebrations on this day.

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URI Community Sends Prayers, Condolences After Hajj Tragedy

After a deadly stampede broke out during the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca on September 24, the URI community gathers to share prayers and condolences.

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Celebration of International Day of PEACE 2015

BETHAK organization, Khanewal conducted a dialogue meeting on the International Day for Peace on partnership for peace and dignity for all.

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Highlighting the Call for Peace in Religious Scriptures

Jordanian URI folks gathered in the URI Office in Amman to honor the International Day of Peace by reciting and reflecting on verses that call for Peace in Holy Scriptures.

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Blessed Eid al-Adha 2015

Eid al-Adha (the Festival of Sacrifice) is a Muslim holiday that commemorates the story of Abraham being willing to sacrifice his own son to fulfill God's command.

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Celebrating International Day of Peace in the North Zone, India

Celebration of World Peace Day is a reflection of not just the spirit of courage and will to bring a change, but also a way to draw attention towards issues that require utmost attention