Faith Gathering for Peace on Eve of Anti-War March

Submitted by kelly on Tue, 03/11/2008 - 4:08pm.
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For Immediate Release
Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Contact:
Courtney Dillard, 503-260-9803, cldillard@gmail.com
Kelly Campbell, 503-720-1815 kcampbell@afsc.org

EVENT ADVISORY

March 14: One Night For Peace
All Denominations Gathering to Bear Witness to 5 Years of War

What:  Faith leaders from many Christian traditions will lead an all denominations gathering to bear witness for peace, marking the fifth anniversary of the war in Iraq. The evening will include reflections, music, unity and lighting of candles.

When: Friday, March 14th 7-8 PM

Where: First Congregational Church, 1126 SW Park Ave, Portland

Who: Service led by clergy and faith leaders from traditions including:
Presbyterian, United Church of Christ, United Methodist, Congregationalist, Mennonite, Quaker, Unitarian Universalist, and others.

Everyone is Welcome, Families Are Encouraged

PHOTO-OP: Lighting of candles to bear witness for peace.

Co-sponsored by Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon.

The gathering will be on the eve of the March 15 "World Without War" march, rally and action camp at the South Park blocks. Visit www.pdxpeace.org for more details.

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