Peacebuilding News

South Sudan Leaders Urged to Prioritize Peace, Says Bishop of Rumbek

Bishop Christian Carlassare of Rumbek emphasizes the need for dialogue, commitment, and collective participation to restore peace and dignity in South Sudan. He highlights the importance of solidarity, forgiveness, and reconciliation, urging the country to turn the page on negative narratives of injustice and violence. Carlassare emphasizes the need for conversion and a social pact that addresses poverty, access to basic services, and the impact of climate change. He calls for disarmament, both of the heart and of weapons, as crucial steps towards lasting peace.