pax christi - internationale Katholische Friedensbewegung
pax christi is an international Catholic peace movement that advocates for peace, justice, and reconciliation. The organization offers a variety of initiatives and campaigns to promote non-violent conflict resolution and strengthen social justice.
About pax christi
editpax christi is an international Catholic peace movement that advocates for peace, justice, and reconciliation. The German section of pax christi is part of a global network dedicated to promoting peace and overcoming violence. The movement emerged after World War II when French Christians extended a hand of reconciliation to their German sisters and brothers. This gesture of reconciliation remains at the heart of the work of pax christi to this day.
Key Products and Services
editpax christi offers a variety of activities and initiatives focused on promoting peace and justice. These include informational events, campaigns, actions, and aid projects. The organization is committed to peace education, supporting conscientious objectors and deserters, as well as promoting non-violent conflict resolution. Special attention is given to disarmament and combating arms exports.
Mission and Values
editThe mission of pax christi is to create a just world without violence and weapons. The movement combines prayer and action and works in the tradition of the peace teachings of the Second Vatican Council. pax christi advocates for human rights, human security, and a just world order. The values of the organization are based on solidarity with the marginalized and threatened, as well as the promotion of dialogue and reconciliation.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editpax christi pursues various sustainability goals that focus on social justice and ecological responsibility. The organization is engaged in remembrance and memorial work, peace education in schools, and the promotion of development partnerships. An important part of the work is the support of volunteer services that send young people to various countries to engage in peace work there.
Current Initiatives
editCurrent initiatives of pax christi include the campaign "Action Outcry - Stop the Arms Trade!" and the initiative "nuclearweaponsfree.now," which advocates for the abolition of nuclear weapons. The movement also organizes the Aachen Peace Run and participates in the Ecumenical Peace Week. Through these and many other activities, pax christi actively contributes to the promotion of peace and justice in the world.
pax christi invites all people to join the movement and work together for a more peaceful world. The organization offers numerous opportunities for participation and support, whether through volunteer services, donations, or participation in campaigns and events.