While the Chapter we will continue to address both the Iraq War and Israel/Palestine as we are able, there are also crying needs within the USA. The widely described polarization that seems to infiltrate every cultural and political issue today forms a huge threat to our future. Perhaps our EPF could make a modest contribution…
Category Archives: Chapters
News from EPF Chapter of the Southern Tier (NY)
For two days, on March 30 and 31, a group undertaking a “Walk for a Nuclear Free Future 2010″ was hosted by peace groups in Ithaca, New York. Members of the Episcopal Peace Fellowship’s local ”Chapter of the Southern Tier” took part in the planning and organization, with associates from the Catholic Worker, The Friends’ Committee on…
What EPF Chapters Have Been Engaged IN
*Providing Safe Space for Real Discourse on Issue; *Holding Peace Vigils in their parish, with interfaith groups, on the street, in the community; *Hosting speakers for their parish or community regarding different issues of interest. *Cornering for Peace – holding Peace Signs on the street sending a message for Peace; *Holding informational meetings for their…
Mid-Hudson Chapter Event – Just War and Pacifism
The Mid-Hudson chapter of the Episcopal Peace Fellowship is sponsoring The Prince of Peace: a Discussion on Just War and Pacifism President Obama recently used the theological term – a “Just War” – in his Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech regarding his decision to send more troops into Afghanistan. Our program will attempt to answer the…
EPF Chapters & Contact Info
EPF chapters are regionally-based and work on local peace initiatives within their parish and communities as well as on national and international issues. Chapters sponsor and co-sponsor prayer and public witness such as peace vigils, liturgies, service projects and demonstrations. Don’t see a chapter in your area? Click here to learn more about beginning an EPF…
Application for New EPF Chapter and Action Groups
The Episcopal Peace Fellowship recognizes local chapters and action groups working together on a particular project, program, issue or areas of interest. EPF bylaws state that “Five (5) or more voting members may organize themselves as a Chapter or Action Group of the Fellowship.” Download Application HERE Chapters and Action Groups are expected to honor…
