MARTIN PLACE SIEGE – A STATEMENT FOR PEACE FROM THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CHURCHES IN AUSTRALIA
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We, the National Council of Churches in Australia
(NCCA), the NSW Ecumenical Council (NSWEC) and Act for Peace the international
aid agency of the NCCA are deeply saddened by the trauma, suffering and loss of
life resulting from the Martin Place siege of December 15-16, 2014, in
Sydney.
Our prayers are with the families of those whose loved ones have been killed,
injured and/or traumatised.
May this be a time when the Australian community- people of all faiths- unite
around our common care for all life.
We trust that the acts of one individual will not lead to discrimination
against Australian Muslims.
We are committed to the paths of peace. May the bonds of acceptance, mutual
respect and harmony in our community, across all faiths and none, be
strengthened as we pull together and realise afresh the value of human life.
Australia celebrates the great diversity of ethnic communities and religious
freedom. It celebrates democracy and freedom. Each one of us can live out those
values in all we do.
We especially express our friendship and solidarity with all Muslims who are
part of the Australian community. We know that you, with the rest of the
Australian community, abhor acts of violence in the name of religion and that
most Australian Muslims strive for peace and harmony with all others.
Let this sad event unite us in the conviction that life is precious and we
can do much together, across all faiths, to bring abundant life to all.
At this time we welcome statements condemning violence and we welcome
statements of support for the Australian people and governments. We welcome
every effort that members of Muslim communities continue to make as integral
members of Australian society. We wish to support all people striving to live in
peace.
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