Peacebuilding Speaker, Tonight! (18 November 2009)
This is late notice but …   Alexis Bilindabagabo, Anglican Bishop of Gahini, Rwanda,will be speaking TONIGHT at 7 PM at the State Museum.  He will speak about the process of reconciliation and building peace in the aftermath of genocide in Rwanda.  Here is the information about the lecture:  Lecture: “Genocide and Reconciliation in Rwanda: A Survivor’s Perspective of Hope”November 18 Date: November 18 Description: Bishop Alexis Bilindabagabo survived the Rwanda genocide in 1994 that

Peacemaking Opportunity
Conflict occurs in all areas of life.  Have you ever thought about seeking additional training to deal with difficult (or even ordinary) conflict?  If so, register now for an opportunity to be trained in basic mediation!  The Community Mediation Center, located at 4801 Colonial Drive, Columbia, SC  29203, is offering a 24 hour course “Basic Training Mediation“,  from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM on January 26th – 28th of 2010 (you must attend all sessions).  The 24 hour training will pre

Share Your Story!
Do you remember this song:  “Hide it under a bushel?  “No!  I’m gonna let it shine!” Well, it’s time to let your light shine! Are you involved in peace or social justice issues in Trinity Presbytery?   Do you know of opportunities for volunteers?  Is your church of group involved in something you’d like to share information about?  If so, please share your story on this blog. Email proposed blog entries to TrinityPeacemakers@gmail.com . It’s always great to have a photo or art included with blog post.  If you include art, please make sure you have permission the photographer and any

Pray for Trinity Presbytery’s peace workers at the RECONCILE Peace Institute in South Sudan
17 October 2009 The Reconcile Peace Institute is supported by the Presbyterian Church (USA) and Trinity Presbytery.  The term RECONCILE is short for “Resource Centre for Civil Leadership“.  It is an ecumenical ministry originally established by the New Sudan Council of Churches (NSCC).  The mission of RECONCILE is to help victims of violence recover from trauma and help lead a process of reconciliation that will unite not only Ch

Palmetto Place Children’s Emergency Shelter
Palmetto Place Children’s Emergency Shelter is a place of refuge for children in need.   Its mission is “To provide a safe and nurturing emergency shelter bringing together a broad range of services for children who are victims of abuse and neglect.” Palmetto Place is housed in a five bedroom residence, with each bedroom equipped for a specific age and gender.  At maximum capacity, Palmetto Place can house 16 children.  Because of the nature of the service to children, the exact location of Palmetto Place is kept