Protestant and Catholic church leaders said the causes of the recent violence were complex and deep-rooted, and have appealed for politicians to provide a unified response to the recent ‘heart-breaking’ scenes of violence. In a joint open letter, they called on them to ‘renew their commitment to peace, reconciliation and the protection of the most vulnerable’. Almost ninety police officers have been injured in rioting in the past week. The leaders' plea is addressed to NI ministers, the British and Irish governments, and the EU. They called for the entire NI executive to approach the EU and UK government to deal with the Brexit fallout and the Irish Sea border, and for politicians to express their support for the police. Much good work on the ground has been undermined as tension has risen and confidence has plummeted.
Northern Ireland: church leaders plead for unity
Written by David Fletcher 15 Apr 2021Additional Info
- Pray: for issues and concerns to be addressed with Heaven’s wisdom, and the democratic process to be strengthened. (1 Corinthians 1:10)
- More: www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-56725048
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