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Tuesday, January 31, 2012

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Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Weekly Wire for January 25, 2012

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Welcome Rachelle Smalldon!

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For those who don't know me, my name is Rachelle Smalldon and I have recently been employed by the Canada West Mission Centre in the role of Field Specialist based in Edmonton.  Some of my new responsibilities in the Mission Centre involve directing the youth summer camps -particularly Senior High Camp at Hills of Peace and the Canada West group attending SPECTACULAR at Graceland University in July 2012.

Senior High Camp is scheduled for July 1-7, 2012

Spec is scheduled for July 19-29, 2012 (travel dates included)

I am looking to collect any names and contact info for youth who might be eligible to attend either Senior High Camp or Spectacular - basically anyone in grades 10-12 (ages 15-18).

If you know of any youth who might be interested in attending one or both of these events, could you please forward me their names and any contact info you have for them (particularly phone and emails would be most helpful). Then I can make sure to get in touch with them and send them information about the camps.

Thank you in advance!

Rachelle Smalldon

Field Specialist, Canada West Mission Centre, Community of Christ

rlsmalldon@gmail.com or facebook.com/rachelle.smalldon or 403-618-8070

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Vancouver member wins full entrance scholarship to University of Cambridge, England

Tristan Downing is about to attend the same university as Sir Isaac Newton, Bertrand Russell, Charles Darwin and Stephen Hawking.

Semiahmoo Secondary IB student Tristan Downing won a $150,000 University of Cambridge scholarship.

And he's doing it on a full-ride $150,000 scholarship, courtesy of the Blyth Cambridge Commonwealth Trust.

The 17-year-old Semiahmoo Secondary senior is one of only three Canadians to be awarded the full entrance scholarship to the University of Cambridge. The scholarship is presented annually to students who show academic excellence, intellectual depth, personal integrity and success beyond their school studies.

Tristan's scholarship application included a 1,000-word essay, three letters of recommendation, a list of his academic achievements and a grueling interview with the scholarship selection committee.

Tristan is a student in Semiahmoo's International Baccalaureate program. IB program co-ordinator Lynne Porpaczy says Tristan has considerable natural talent, but also works hard and finds time to contribute to his community by coaching sailing at Crescent Beach and playing the piano at his church.

"He inspires me when he describes his goal to become an engineer so he can find practical ways to help build a more sustainable future and work with struggling communities through Engineers Without Borders. I believe Tristan will use this award and opportunity for a very worthy purpose."

Porpaczy adds that she's grateful for scholarship founder Sam Blyth's recognition of Tristan's work and academic potential.

Tristan is the son of Rod and Willa Downing.

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Nurturing Spirit: Falling in Love with your “Divine Self”

Calgary

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Friday, March 9 – Sunday, March 11

Community of Christ, 6415 Ranchview Dr. NW, Calgary

Guest Teacher/Minister: Vickie MacArthur has been practicing and teaching yoga and meditation for the past 15 years and sees yoga as a spiritual path healing body, mind and spirit. (www.spiritinmotionyoga.ca)

Take time out to nurture body, mind and spirit through the time‐honored practices of yoga and meditation. Learn gentle stretches and breathing practices to release tension and discomfort in the body as well as prayer and meditation to calm and focus the mind.

Fall in love with your “Divine Self” and connect to that place of peace and stillness where God lives and breathes in you. It is from this deep wellspring of stillness and joy, that we can live life more abundantly and learn to love others more deeply.

On Friday, join us from 7 til 9 for Sacred Song Circle: community sound and silence. We begin on a single note and journey together through simple chants and songs, supported by resonant listening practices. No previous musical or sound experience necessary! The evening will be led by Pamela L. Alexander, Voice & Song Facilitator of Compassionate Community VOICE. Pamela enjoys a life-long participation in music and vocal play through improvised sound, original songs, spoken word & world music. In her voice facilitation work, she engages the human speaking/singing voice to offer experiences of authentic self-expression and resonant listening—practices that nourish individuals and build connected communities.   

On Saturday from 9 til 4 we will enjoy a day of gentle yoga, relaxation. Healthy wholesome food will be served for lunch to nourish body and soul. Lunch will be shared silently! You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in walking meditation, making a prayer meditation bracelet from authentic crystals, or get introduced to Qigong or Reiki.

Complete the weekend by experiencing the “Divine Light Invocation”, a healing prayer and meditation for yourself and others on Sunday, from 10 til 12.

Registration is just $30 and is kindly required to help with planning meals and workshops. This is also a great opportunity to invite a friend. Please email Mary Jean Belrose at mjbelrose@shaw.ca or call (403) 241-9616.

Bring a Yoga mat, blanket, pillow or cushion, coffee/tea mug, journal, and an open mind. (There will be a few extra yoga mats for those who do not have one. There will also be chairs available for those who are not comfortable on the floor.) If you’re either brand new to these practices or have some experience, we look forward sharing the weekend with you!!

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Nurturing Spirit Weekend Vancouver

“Evolution of Spirit”

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Estate Planning Presentation

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" Estate and Legacy Planning Presentation will be given at the Saskatoon Congregation, 701 First Street E., Saskatoon, March 17th 2012 from 10:00AM to Noon. How does legacy planning benefit you and others? Learn how to put together an effective estate plan and solutions to real problems. Can income be created with tax benefits and probate avoidance? There is NO Fee for the presentation and a light lunch to follow. Open to all Community of Christ members and friends of the church. Please RSVP to kmcgowan@cofchrist.org or toll free 1-800-884-7526 ext 5 to confirm your attendance before March 1st."

Kenneth J. McGowan, B.A., STI, MTI, PFP, FMA, CFP, CEP
Estate Planning
Community of Christ
1-800-884-7526 Toll Free United States and Canada
519-265-5349 Local

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Pursue Peace On Earth

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Community of Christ Canadian Peace Award!

Right-click to download [PDF 259.1Kb] a printable version and the application form

We are looking for excellent examples of local people bringing peace to neighbourhoods and their communities through celebration, reconciliation and collaboration.

Examples might be:

  • Mentoring
  • Faith-based community support
  • Volunteers who have made outstanding contributions to reducing violence in their neighbourhoods
  • An individual who has shown exceptional courage in keeping the Peace
  • Community safety / crime reduction initiative.
  • An individual working across diverse groups to bring about positive changes
  • People actively building bridges between young people, communities, generations, faiths or cultures.
  • A congregation actively involved in engaging and connecting local communities, promoting Peace and Justice, uniting others to be peacemakers for the good of all.

To put forward your nominations please complete this application form and submit to the following:

The Canadian National Conference Team
c/o Operations Manager
Tim J. Stanlick
390 Speedvale Ave E
Guelph Ontario
N1E 1N5

Rules of Eligibility

  1. Closing Date for ALL entries is March 1, 2012.
  2. Nominees may be Canadian members or friends of the Community of Christ.
  3. Additional information and supporting evidence cannot be returned.
  4. The awards will be presented during the Canadian National Conference, June 16, 2012.
  5. Self nominations will not be accepted.
  6. Only award recipients and nominators will be notified in advance.

“We are poised to restore Christ’s covenant of peace, even the Zion of our hopes. The hope of Zion will become reality when we live Christ’s peace and generously share his peace with others.”
Taken from the Community of Christ, “Mission Initiatives” brochure.

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New Video from Apostle Susan Skoor!

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We’re having a Canadian National Conference on June 16th 2012!

Find out about the topics that will be discussed, get the tools to help you with your decision making process and find out which satellite location is nearest you. Apostle Susan Skoor will present you with a new thought each month until the conference begins so you can make informed decisions and make your voice heard.

See Apostle Susan Skoor’s video “Prayer”

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The videos are available in both .MP4 and .flv formats. You may have to wait a moment for the videos to load.

“Get in on the conversation”

Follow us on Facebook at Community of Christ – Canadian National Conference

and Twitter at cofccnc

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Samish Island Kitchen Work Day

SAVE THE DATE: FEBRUARY 25TH !!

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SAMISH ISLAND CAMP KITCHEN ...

Come see the new kitchen and help get the kitchen operational for the camping season!!

...AND E-CABIN WORK DAY!

You use them, you love them, now it is time to give them some TLC!! This year the e-cabins need to be deep cleaned and a few repairs done prior to the start of the camping season in March!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25. 2012

9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Lunch is provided

Thank you!! See you at camp in February!!

RSVP Penny, pennyatsamish@gmail.com or Jen, ianjen.watson@gmail.com

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Youth Leadership Retreat in March

Plan Now To Attend!

Camp Genesis

“Join us at this annual training for directors, camp staff, youth leaders, Christian education teachers, and anyone who works with children and youth. To be held March 2-4, 2012 at Lewis River Campground. Featuring a variety of classes, discussions, planning, networking and fellowship. Come join the ministry! Sponsored by the GPNW Camping Team. FREE registration and accommodations – donations welcome. Watch for registration information soon.”

So, you get a free weekend at a church campgrounds as well as gain tools to help with your role in the camping program. Can’t beat that!

Let me know if you have any questions. Will get you all the registration information once it’s released!

Peace In!

Sean Langdon, Assistant Director for Youth Camping

Young Adult Ministries Specialist, GPNW Mission Center

Community of Christ, 425-293-6366

slangdon@cofchrist-gpnw.org

"Young adults, the church needs you. We need you now. We need you to help us become who we are all yearning to become." - President Steve Veazey, Address to the church on April 5, 2009

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Click here to see the Fall 2011 publication of

"What’s Up…in the CWM” online.

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Begin the morning with a song and a prayer,

and the rest of the day will take care of itself.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

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Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Weekly Wire for January 18, 2011

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Pursue Peace On Earth

Community of Christ Canadian Peace Award!

Right-click to download [PDF 259.1Kb] a printable version and the application form

We are looking for excellent examples of local people bringing peace to neighbourhoods and their communities through celebration, reconciliation and collaboration.

Examples might be:

  • Mentoring
  • Faith-based community support
  • Volunteers who have made outstanding contributions to reducing violence in their neighbourhoods
  • An individual who has shown exceptional courage in keeping the Peace
  • Community safety / crime reduction initiative.
  • An individual working across diverse groups to bring about positive changes
  • People actively building bridges between young people, communities, generations, faiths or cultures.
  • A congregation actively involved in engaging and connecting local communities, promoting Peace and Justice, uniting others to be peacemakers for the good of all.

To put forward your nominations please complete this application form and submit to the following:

The Canadian National Conference Team
c/o Operations Manager
Tim J. Stanlick
390 Speedvale Ave E
Guelph Ontario
N1E 1N5

Rules of Eligibility

  1. Closing Date for ALL entries is March 1, 2012.
  2. Nominees may be Canadian members or friends of the Community of Christ.
  3. Additional information and supporting evidence cannot be returned.
  4. The awards will be presented during the Canadian National Conference, June 16, 2012.
  5. Self nominations will not be accepted.
  6. Only award recipients and nominators will be notified in advance.

“We are poised to restore Christ’s covenant of peace, even the Zion of our hopes. The hope of Zion will become reality when we live Christ’s peace and generously share his peace with others.”
Taken from the Community of Christ, “Mission Initiatives” brochure.

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New Video from Apostle Susan Skoor!

national-conference-logo_thumb2_thum[1]

We’re having a Canadian National Conference on June 16th 2012!

Find out about the topics that will be discussed, get the tools to help you with your decision making process and find out which satellite location is nearest you. Apostle Susan Skoor will present you with a new thought each month until the conference begins so you can make informed decisions and make your voice heard.

See Apostle Susan Skoor’s new video “Prayer”

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The videos are available in both .MP4 and .flv formats. You may have to wait a moment for the videos to load.

“Get in on the conversation”

Follow us on Facebook at Community of Christ – Canadian National Conference 

and Twitter at cofccnc

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Nurturing Spirit Weekends

Nurture your spirit and ignite your passion for God through simple but sacred spiritual practices. Let go of the past and connect to the underlying reality of the present moment. As we begin to awaken to God's creative potential within us, we discover that we are becoming more like that which is creating us! Together we can evolve and grow. Together we can "harness for God the energies of love".

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Calgary March 9-11

Falling in Love with your “Divine Self”

The weekend will begin with a Sacred Singing Circle on Friday evening led by Pamela Alexander.  Come and participate in songs and chants dedicated to peace. Saturday will begin with a gentle morning yoga session led by Vickie MacArthur (www.spiritinmotionyoga.ca), followed by various workshops that explore practices like Mindfulness Meditation, Tai Chi, Walking Meditation, Prayer Journaling, and Deep Relaxation as well as a class to make your own Meditation Bracelet. Lunch will be served and eaten in silence as a meditative practice. Sunday morning will begin with a Labyrinth Meditation, then will move into a Service of “Nurturing Spirit in Community”.

Vancouver March 23-25

“The Evolution of Spirit”

This weekend will begin with a movie Friday night.  Saturday will begin with a gentle morning yoga session led by Vickie MacArthur (www.spiritinmotionyoga.ca), followed by various workshops. Lunch will be served and eaten in silence as a meditative practice.  Saturday evening following dinner we will finish with a Sacred Singing Circle led by Pamela Alexander.  Come and participate in songs and chants dedicated to peace. Sunday morning will begin with a Labyrinth Meditation ,followed by a seated meditation in the sanctuary then we’ll move into a Service including our Evolution of Spirit Theme.

Both weekends fees are by donation and you can choose to attend all or some of the activities. For more information or to register contact:

Calgary – Mary Jean Belrose mjbelrose@shaw.ca  403-241-9616

Vancouver – Debra Donohue debra@communityofchrist.ca 1-877-411-2632

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Samish Island Kitchen Work Day

SAVE THE DATE: FEBRUARY 25TH !!

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SAMISH ISLAND CAMP KITCHEN ...

Come see the new kitchen and help get the kitchen operational for the camping season!!

...AND E-CABIN WORK DAY!

You use them, you love them, now it is time to give them some TLC!! This year the e-cabins need to be deep cleaned and a few repairs done prior to the start of the camping season in March!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25. 2012

9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Lunch is provided

Thank you!! See you at camp in February!!

RSVP Penny, pennyatsamish@gmail.com or Jen, ianjen.watson@gmail.com

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Youth Leadership Retreat in March

Plan Now To Attend!

“Join us at this annual training for directors, camp staff, youth leaders, Christian education teachers, and anyone who works with children and youth. To be held March 2-4, 2012 at Lewis River Campground. Featuring a variety of classes, discussions, planning, networking and fellowship. Come join the ministry! Sponsored by the GPNW Camping Team. FREE registration and accommodations – donations welcome. Watch for registration information soon.”

So, you get a free weekend at a church campgrounds as well as gain tools to help with your role in the camping program. Can’t beat that!

Let me know if you have any questions. Will get you all the registration information once it’s released!

Peace In!

Sean Langdon, Assistant Director for Youth Camping

Young Adult Ministries Specialist, GPNW Mission Center

Community of Christ, 425-293-6366

slangdon@cofchrist-gpnw.org

"Young adults, the church needs you. We need you now. We need you to help us become who we are all yearning to become." - President Steve Veazey, Address to the church on April 5, 2009

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Click here to see the Fall 2011 publication of

"What’s Up…in the CWM” online.

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Do you have photos from your Christmas activities at church? Send them to your pastor now and see them in our Christmas 2011 wrap-up!

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

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Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Weekly Wire for January 11, 2012

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New Video from Apostle Susan Skoor!

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We’re having a Canadian National Conference on June 16th 2012!

Find out about the topics that will be discussed, get the tools to help you with your decision making process and find out which satellite location is nearest you. Apostle Susan Skoor will present you with a new thought each month until the conference begins so you can make informed decisions and make your voice heard.

See Apostle Susan Skoor’s new video “Prayer”

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The videos are available in both .MP4 and .flv formats. You may have to wait a moment for the videos to load.

“Get in on the conversation”

Follow us on Facebook at Community of Christ – Canadian National Conference

and Twitter at cofccnc

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Samish Island Kitchen Work Day

SAVE THE DATE: FEBRUARY 25TH !!

Samish Island

SAMISH ISLAND CAMP KITCHEN ...

Come see the new kitchen and help get the kitchen operational for the camping season!!

...AND E-CABIN WORK DAY!

You use them, you love them, now it is time to give them some TLC!!   This year the e-cabins need to be deep cleaned and a few repairs done prior to the start of the camping season in March!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25. 2012

9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Lunch is provided

Thank you!!  See you at camp in February!!  

RSVP Penny, pennyatsamish@gmail.com or Jen, ianjen.watson@gmail.com

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Youth Leadership Retreat in March

Plan Now To Attend!

“Join us at this annual training for directors, camp staff, youth leaders, Christian education teachers, and anyone who works with children and youth. To be held March 2-4, 2012 at Lewis River Campground. Featuring a variety of classes, discussions, planning, networking and fellowship. Come join the ministry! Sponsored by the GPNW Camping Team. FREE registration and accommodations – donations welcome. Watch for registration information soon.”

So, you get a free weekend at a church campgrounds as well as gain tools to help with your role in the camping program. Can’t beat that!

Let me know if you have any questions. Will get you all the registration information once it’s released!

Peace In!

Sean Langdon

Assistant Director for Youth Camping

Young Adult Ministries Specialist

GPNW Mission Center

Community of Christ

425-293-6366

slangdon@cofchrist-gpnw.org

"Young adults, the church needs you. We need you now.  We need you to help us become who we are all yearning to become." - President Steve Veazey, Address to the church on April 5, 2009

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Click here to see the Fall 2011 publication of

"What’s Up…in the CWM” online.

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Do you have photos from your Christmas activities at church?  Send them to your pastor now and see them in our Christmas 2011 wrap-up!

 

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

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Wednesday, January 4, 2012

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Happy New Year!

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We’re having a Canadian National Conference on June 16th 2012!

Find out about the topics that will be discussed, get the tools to help you with your decision making process and find out which satellite location is nearest you. Apostle Susan Skoor will present you with a new thought each month until the conference begins so you can make informed decisions and make your voice heard.

See Apostle Susan Skoor’s new video ‘Facilitators’

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The videos will be available in both .MP4 and .flv formats. You may have to wait a moment for the videos to load.

Watch for a new video coming soon!

“Get in on the conversation”

Follow us on Facebook at Community of Christ – Canadian National Conference

and Twitter at cofccnc

 

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Click here to see the Fall 2011 publication of

"What’s Up…in the CWM”  online.

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Peace and Justice  --  Human Rights

Saturday, December 31, 2011

Welcome to this issue from the “In The Forefront” mailing list.  To alter your profile, follow the steps at the end, where your profile is listed. 

Within the next day a new calendar year will begin.  As with previous year-end newsletter editions, this one will skip most overall 2011 reflections since they can be found both on traditional news sources and via the internet (plus this won’t be sent until early in the New Year anyway). 

However again I do want to pause to THANK all who have taken action during the year.  As noted in several e-mails it has made a difference! 

Secondly I wish again to raise the notion of HOPE -- one of the driving influences in life.  It is the acknowledgement that we are not so prescient as to know the future with certainty, combined with the belief that life-giving dynamics will eventually prevail over the grotesque distortions and misuse of life.  And when hope moves from being an unattached, vague feeling, to a firm resolve, then it can anchor us to maximize life’s possibilities for the poor and marginalized around the world.  May we make 2012 a well-anchored, hope-filled year!

This newsletter is short, containing a single action and one brief piece.

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Para la traducción española: clic aquí; y entonces hace clic en el botón de traducción en la página web.

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DARFUR & SUDAN – WHAT KIND OF FUTURE?

The conflict in Darfur has been going on for almost nine years now.  For those new to this newsletter Darfur was selected as our longitudinal focus – you can read the reasons for that choice at: http://untilall.org/uwaa-105.htm.  As mentioned last month both Darfur and Sudan in general have slipped below the media’s radar for some time, even though atrocities continue.  The most notable change since last month was that the leader of the Justice and Equality Movement (JEM) – Kahlil Ibrahim – was killed on December 24.  As with most rebel leaders he was no angel, having reportedly fought briefly in Libya for Gaddafi.   But because JEM had become the most powerful rebel group and a successor to him is unlikely to command the same influence, this has the potential to shift the power dynamics and not likely in a positive way.

It does however reinforce the need for the international community to recalibrate its policy and focus as was mentioned last month.  In fact the one action for this month is actually a repeat from last month.  It has been extended due to these changing dynamics as well as the continued bombing and clashes by the Sudanese government on its southern border.  So if you didn’t take the action last month, due to its very tight time frame, please consider taking the action now.

Specifically you can add your voice for a revised U.S. policy by signing the following petition.  The petition arose after 62 members of Congress sent a letter to US President Obama, asking him to recalibrate the US policy on Darfur and Sudan.  As noted last month, with Sudan’s debt and other financial problems, there is definite leverage possible:

Sign petition (if you did not last month):

http://www.stopbashir.org/

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A TRIBUTE TO THOSE WHO BREAK THE SILENCE

I want to end this newsletter reinforcing in a tangible way the notion of hope.  Basil Al-Sayid, a 24-year-old Syrian, was in many ways a very ordinary person – a carpenter by trade (or maybe worked in an aluminum plant). But he also worked as a citizen journalist, shooting video of the Syrian crackdown on its own people.  He knew the dangers but also knew that with Syria’s lock on power and information, the only way for the world to know about the violence of the regime was to take video himself (along with a network of others).  He reportedly produced hundreds of hours of footage.  Unfortunately the last time his camera was on, he was shot by a sniper and later died in hospital. 

The reported footage of his final clip is below.  I include it as a tribute to all such courageous people around the world (I also include it because there is no blood and gore – it is as if he tripped and fell – life simply ended, a tragedy).  I hope every time I see grainy footage of such scenes I will remember the risk that was taken to capture the film.  And of course alongside Basil are the more than 5000 Syrian protestors who have been killed in the crackdown.  And behind that are all the others who have been detained, tortured, disappeared in Syria and in all the other conflict areas around the world.  Life does inch forward but in far too many places it is by agonizing lurches.

Yet when listening to people talk of Basil or listening to other people like Basil, whether in Syria or elsewhere, they remain tenaciously hopeful – they realize their struggle could be long and they may not even prevail this time.  But their eyes burn with the assurance that someday better conditions shall prevail.  That is well-grounded hope.

Final Video Clip from Basil Al-Sayid:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yepBbhKeWiY

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In appreciation and support,

  Rod Downing

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

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