Prayer for Darfur - September 2009
GENEVA (UMNS) -- The World Council of Churches condemned mass atrocities against civilians in Darfur, and urged the Sudanese government to protect its citizens and allow free access for humanitarian aid. The council's Central Committee, in a statement adopted Sept. 1, also encouraged African nations and the international community to continue to support the peace process "through constructive dialogue with all parties involved in the conflict." The statement concluded by encouraging Christians everywhere to pray "for an end to the hostilities in Darfur and for a lasting peace in Sudan."
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