The religious leaders of North Kivu, in their confessional diversity, have recently made a strong commitment to the consolidation of peace in their province. During the official launch of the 3rd phase of the interfaith project on peace, organized by the Anglican Church of Congo/diocese of Goma, these leaders affirmed that peace was a common objective which should be pursued by all, regardless of doctrinal differences. .
Faced with the multiple conflicts and violence that have long torn apart the North Kivu region, these religious leaders decided to unite their efforts to work for peace. They expressed their support for the provincial authorities in their efforts to seek peace and peaceful cohabitation between communities.
In a statement read by the Reverend Doctor Samuel Ngayembako, provincial president of the ECC/North Kivu, these religious leaders underlined their effective commitment to the interfaith project on peace in North Kivu. They also called on the faithful and the general population to become actively involved in promoting peace. To do this, they will organize ecumenical prayer sessions on peace every week in parishes and mosques.
This initiative by the religious leaders of North Kivu is all the more crucial in a context marked by post-electoral tensions and the establishment of a state of siege, which is struggling to restore peace in the region. By combining their efforts, these leaders hope to actively contribute to the restoration of peace and reconciliation between the different communities of North Kivu.
The mobilization of religious leaders in favor of peace is proof of the important role that religion can play in resolving conflicts and promoting harmonious living together. Their commitment shows that peace is a major issue that transcends beliefs and divisions, and that working together is essential to achieve a more peaceful and prosperous future for all.
In conclusion, the declaration of the religious leaders of North Kivu in favor of the consolidation of peace is a strong signal which testifies to their desire to actively contribute to the resolution of conflicts and the search for peaceful cohabitation. Their commitment to the interfaith project on peace and their call for prayer and the mobilization of all are concrete actions which testify to the importance of religion in the construction of a peaceful society.