PC(USA) - Presbyterian Peacemaking Program


	International Peacemaking The International Peacemakers Program Where are they going? International Peacemaker dates and appearances General information 2009 International Peacemakers Looking back at previous years General forms and resources International Peacemaker Inspires Peacemaking Offering Banner More international peacemaking opportunities Interfaith Listening Giving Opportunities


	About the 2009 International Peacemakers 2008 International Peacemakers. Front L-R: Vinita Eusebius (India), Monique Misenga (D. R. Congo), Shehadeh Shehadeh (Israel), Enlin Li (China). Middle: Diego Higuita (Colombia), Dionisia Ramos (Peru), Yousif Kodi (Sudan), Nini Castanheira (Portugal). Back: Pablo Feliciano (Mexico), Jimmy Wells (Peru/USA), Petru Solca (Romania), Alexander Lunichkin (Russia). Photo by Joseph Williams International Peacemakers from 11 countries are scheduled to visit the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) from September 25 through October 19, 2009. This year’s program will contain many familiar elements. These individuals from our partner churches will share about ministries in their countries that seek justice and pursue peace in the name of Jesus Christ. At the same time, this year’s program is planned to include some new dimensions. We will welcome the first International Peacemaker from Armenia. We will welcome an International Peacemaker from Vietnam’s small Christian community for the first time in 14 years. We will welcome the first International Peacemaker with expertise in ministry with the Roma people. In addition, there will be a pilot program with the Mission Challenge ’09 event. Five International Peacemakers will team with a PC(USA) mission co-worker. Available at no additional cost, these teams will tell of ministry in Colombia, the Philippines, Sudan, Guatemala and Russia. As always, several International Peacemakers will have ministries that focus on work with children and addressing issues that impact children. Recognizing God’s call to live as good stewards of the planet entrusted to our care, several International Peacemakers will have expertise and experience in ministries making peace with the earth. Invite an International Peacemaker and learn how the followers of Jesus are working for peace around the world. Download the 2009 International Peacemakers brochure with request form.


	Who are the International Peacemakers? International Peacemakers are leaders who are engaged in peacemaking in their own areas of the world. They are invited by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to visit with Presbyterians in the United States and to help us understand the peace and justice concerns of others around the world. This sharing translates into a better understanding of the peace and justice issues in our own communities.


	2009 International Peacemakers September 25 — October 19 Below is the list of International Peacemakers for 2009. Each Peacemaker page will contain downloadable information, including forms, photos and other important data. We will post information as we receive it from the Peacemakers. Please share this information with all those helping to plan the Peacemaker’s visit to your presbytery, synod, college or seminary. Armenia: Dr. Nazeli Vardanya Colombia: the Rev. Diego Higuita-Arango and Sarah Henken Democratic Republic of the Congo: the Rev. Probe Agustin Mukendi Kabongo Guatemala: the Rev. Delia Leal and Ms. Tracey King India: Dr. Vinita Eusebius Iraq: the Rev. Younan Shiba The Philippines: the Rev. Joel Tendero and Mr. Cobbie Palm Russia: Mr. Piotor Anatolyevich Romme and Mrs. Ellen Smith Sudan: the Rev. Orozu Lokine Daky and Dr. Ingrid Reneau Vietnam: the Rev. Mary Lien Nguyen Zimbabwe: Mr. Lamiel Phiri


	What does it cost? Presbyteries, educational institutions and other entities which host International Peacemakers are asked to pay $400 to the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program, and to provide room, board and ground transportation during your Peacemaker's visit. The Peacemaking Program will make the travel arrangements, purchase the tickets, provide honoraria and health insurance, and inform hosts/hostesses of travel schedules. 2009 Instructions for payment of host’s donation to the program Questions? For more information on the International Peacemakers, please contact Debby Vial at (888) 728-7228 x5702.



	Looking back at previous years www.flickr.com This is a Flickr badge showing items in a set called 2007 International Peacemakers and Interfaith Listening Team Orientation. Make your own badge here. Take a look back at some photos and information about past International Peacemaker teams. 2007 2006 2005 2003



	General forms and resources Here are some general forms and resources that do not change from year to year. Large PC(USA) logo airport sign Help your Peacemaker find you in the airport. Sample press release Advertise your Peacemaker's visit in the media. Suggestions for planning visits by International Peacemakers Some helpful hints. Evaluation form Tell us how the visit went. Sexual Misconduct Form The International Peacemakers are required to read and sign this form. Several have asked us why the hosts do not do the same. While it is not a requirement of the program at this time, we provide it for the presbytery or other host to use at its discretion.


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