A dream ignited in 1995! In honor of the UN’s 50th anniversary, The Rt. Rev. Bill Swing was invited to host an interfaith service at Grace Cathedral. This prompted him to ask, “If the nations of the world are working together for peace through the UN, then what are the world’s religions doing?” 25 years later, over 1200 Cooperation Circles and Individual members around the world are committed to promoting peace, justice, and healing. Join us on 22 May at 6:00 am PDT as we reflect on our journey and strengthen our connections. Register today, and let’s make this a memorable event together! Click here to register: https://www.uri.org/uri-25th-anniversary-celebrations #URI25 #25YearsofImpact (fb)

Imagine an author panel featuring three compelling perspectives: Two historical fiction authors, Kathleen Birkenshaw and Constance Hays Matsumoto, draw poignant inspiration from the harrowing experiences of their Hiroshima survivor family members. Their stories vividly capture the trauma and resilience shaped by those tragic events. Alongside them, the Right Rev. William E. Swing’s work delves into the profound themes of nuclear annihilation, exploring the interplay between faith, God, and humanity's existential dilemmas. His narrative is enriched by his unique perspective and deep friendship with the late Secretary of State George Shultz, offering a nuanced exploration of global security and moral imperatives in a nuclear age. Together, these authors illuminate profound historical truths, engage audiences with stories that resonate across generations, and ask the question: When silence falls over the earth, what do we pray for? (fb)