Category - desmond tutu

Tutu praises Boesak for putting people power ahead of party politics

Ecumenical News International — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:33:09 +0000

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has lauded the decision by anti-apartheid icon and former president of the World Alliance of Reformed Churches, the Rev Allan Boesak to quit party politics and join "God's party".

London hosts 20-mile walk for peace

staff writers — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 21:25:22 +0100

Campaigners are walking 20 miles across London this weekend (17-18 October) to promote the cause of peace and nonviolence. They began at the NATO site in Northwood and will finish at the London Peace Pagoda in Battersea Park.

Necessary wisdom from The Elders

Martin E. Marty — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:25:41 +0100

The Elders initiative is seeking to bring wisdom and perspective to global issues, says Martin Marty. What they have to take on are not just secular assumptions but ones deeply rooted in mistaken religious ideologies.

Desmond Tutu to help launch new York youth initiative

staff writers — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:05:40 +0100

The Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, will join the Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, to launch a York Youth Trust this coming Saturday.

Church leaders back new critique of 'Israeli apartheid'

staff writers — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 01:01:03 +0100

A new book by a leading Christian commentator argues that the problems of Israel-Palestine are deep rooted in “the essence of Zionism" and Israeli policies in the region.

Desmond Tutu says global community must act on Aung San Suu Kyi

staff writers — Sun, 31 May 2009 18:02:30 +0100

Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu has called on the international community to do more to secure the release of Burmese pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi, who is facing trial for breaking the terms of her house arrest.

Desmond Tutu will speak at Kirk's General Assembly

staff writers — Sun, 17 May 2009 09:05:05 +0100

Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu will address the Church of Scotland's General Assembly in Edinburgh this week. The peace and justice activist will attend the last day of the Kirk's annual gathering as a special guest.

Tutu launches Solomon Islands truth and reconciliation body

agency reporter — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 01:10:40 +0100

Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu has flown to the Solomon Islands to launch a Truth and Reconciliation Commission, modelled on the body he chaired in South Africa to tackle crimes and injustices under the former the apartheid regime.

Tutu hopeful about South Africa despite doubts over the new president

staff writers — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:37:02 +0100

Desmond Tutu has re-iterated his belief that corruption allegations against the new president should have been tested in court, but remains hopeful for politics in South Africa.

South African elections create debate about religion and politics

Ecumenical News International — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 02:50:37 +0100

Religion has always played a part in South African elections say voters, but this year the voice of churches and their leaders at times has been strong during campaigning for the 22 April general election.