About Pax Christi
Pax Christi – our vision
The work of Pax Christi - the Peace of Christ - is based on the gospel and inspired by faith. Our vision is of a world where people can live in peace, without fear of violence in any form. The three core values which Pax Christi members place at the centre of their lives are:
- Peace - based on justice. A world where human rights are respected, basic needs are met and people feel safe and valued in their communities.
- Reconciliation - a process which begins when people try to mend relationships - between individuals or whole countries after times of violence or dispute.
- Nonviolence - a way of living and making choices that respects others, challenges what is not fair or just, and offers alternatives to violence and war.
Pax Christi is rooted in Catholic Christianity but is open to all who share its values and work.
Pax Christi works to
- Support teachers, chaplains and youth workers in promoting a culture of peace in schools and amongst young people. We do this through the workshops and seminars we offer and through our resources in peacemaking that give people tools for understanding our world and making choices based on Christian values.
- Develop solidarity between people who are working nonviolently for justice and peace. We do this through joint actions for peace in Israel-Palestine, through events to encourage international efforts to abolish nuclear weapons and by celebrating the life and witness of peacemakers.
- Promote an understanding of sustainable security where human needs are met and the environment is protected, rather than seeking security through weapons and warfare. Pax Christi campaigns against military spending, the arms trade and nuclear weapons.
Today Pax Christi is an international movement of Christians active in more than 50 countries.
