AFSC [American Friends Service Committee] is asking for special gifts to support the people of the migrant caravan who are fleeing violence and poverty.  They are in the early stages of building a response.  They are coordinating with others as they work at the Guatemala-Mexico border with short-term humanitarian needs.  They are accompanying one of the Caravans in Chiapas and doing human rights monitoring.  The AFSC continues its established work in Tijuana and San Diego, and are working in Washington, DC with other faith leaders to push back on militarized enforcement policies.  

CVFM held another successful session of Peace Camp in August. This year Peace Camp included 12 6-8 year olds. They were energetic, curious, kind, and conscientious. The focus for the week was Building Peace by Caring for the Earth.  Each day had a different theme and focus, including water, soil, wind, plants, and energy. Most days included a field trip to nearby sites, ending with the planting of a tree and Central Park on Friday.

Photos and text courtesy of Corinne Smith