Theme and texts

Theme

Being a new creation in the midst of external turmoil

Why this theme was chosen

How do we maintain resilience in hardship, turmoil and conflict? How do we maintain our hope for something better when times are tough?

This year’s Peace Sunday resources will explore the ways in which people throughout our communion give expression to God’s new creation during difficult circumstances.

Biblical texts

• Matthew 5
• Mark 7:24-30

Additional resources in this package

• Activities
• Suggested liturgies for gathering and benediction
• Prayers
• Teaching resource
• Testimonies

Additional resources available online

• Pictures (including all used in this package)
• Cut-outs of fruits and vegetables