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A Statement on the Middle Eastern Conflict: An Appeal for Peace

As the third week of escalating conflict unfolds between Iran, Israel, and the United States, the Archbishops and Primates of Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia have shared An Appeal for Peace.

20 March 2026

The Church of South India shares a plea against war and violence

'Let us stand together and proclaim: Peace is God’s will. War is not.' The Church of South India (United) has shared a call for peace in light of ongoing conflict and political tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.

20 March 2026

Diocese of Cyprus & the Gulf call for 'unceasing prayers' amidst conflict

The Bishop in Cyprus & the Gulf, the Rt Revd Sean Semple, has called for 'peace, wise diplomacy' and a de-escalation of 'catastrophic conflict', in a message of solidarity to churches and communities impacted by war in the region. 

13 March 2026

Anglicans witness the need for change in women’s access to justice systems worldwide at CSW70

An Anglican Delegation will attend CSW70 - the 70th Commission on the Status of Women from 9-19 March, held in New York, to witness the need for change in women’s access to justice systems worldwide.

09 March 2026

Beyond COP30: The Church's Continuing Call to Climate Justice

At COP30 Anglicans advocated to restore and protect the 'lungs of the earth'. Martha Jarvis is the Anglican Communion’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations (UN) and shares her reflections on the negotiations.

26 November 2025

From Fiji to the Solomon Islands: Young Anglican joins advocacy voyage for ocean protection

A young woman from the Anglican Diocese of Polynesia is part of a crew sailing from Fiji to the Solomon Islands on a traditional vaka vessel, the Uto ni Yalo. Sailing to the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting, those on the voyage will advocate for the protection and restoration of the ocean.

21 August 2025

Anglicans speaks at UN Council about tensions in South Sudan

The Anglican Communion speaks into United Nations Human Rights Council about rising tensions in South Sudan.

06 March 2025

Youth advocates to attend the UN Commission on the Status of Women

A group of young advocates will represent Anglicans at the Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW) meeting in New York, which runs between March 10-21.

04 March 2025

Archbishop of Canterbury makes solidarity visit to Archbishop Hosam Naoum in Jerusalem

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby concludes a pastoral visit to the Anglican Archbishop of Jerusalem and other Christian leaders.

23 October 2023

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem unite in a call for peace and justice

The ecumenical group of Christian leaders in Jerusalem, which includes the Anglican Archbishop Hosam Naoum, have issued a statement.

08 October 2023