Press Releases01 Jul 16

Joint statement from Ireland’s church leaders on the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme

Ireland’s four main church leaders, gathered together in France to participate in today’s 100th anniversary commemoration service of the Battle of the Somme, have jointly called for Christians of all traditions in Ireland to pray for peace in these challenging times.

“Let us put our faith into action – love our neighbours, reach out to the stranger, care for the vulnerable, build community and be agents for peace, forgiveness and reconciliation.”

Archbishop Richard Clarke, Church of Ireland Archbishop of Armagh
Archbishop Eamon Martin, Catholic Archbishop of Armagh
Rev. Bill Mullally, President of the Methodist Church in Ireland
Rt. Rev. Dr. Frank Sellar, Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland