“every human life is sacred”

July 22, 2025 Multifaith Voices for Peace & Justice’s Steering Committee joins the cries of religious and humanitarian communities around the world in condemning: the Israeli army’s unrelenting and almost daily killing of Gazans, many of them children, many while gathering at aid centers seeking food for the survival of...

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Rapid Response Training Sun Aug 10

Learn how to be a legal observer of ICE activity in your community and protect our neighbors at risk! Rapid Response Volunteer Training Sunday, August 10, 4-6pm Los Altos Hills The Rapid Response Network of Santa Clara County relies on volunteers to show up at potential ICE activities to protect...

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We are not alone! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTERS. This is the best way to learn about upcoming MVPJ events, efforts and calls to act, as well as stay up to date about where our monthly “Peaceful Presence” gatherings will be held. This list is used for...

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MVPJ Community Meets with U.S. Congressman Sam Liccardo

Faith leaders from Muslim, Buddhist, Jewish, Quaker, Unitarian Universalist and Christian traditions had a robust and productive meeting with U.S. Congressman Sam Liccardo on June 16, 2025. The purpose of the meeting was to introduce Rep. Liccardo to the history and work of MVPJ and to local faith leaders. We...

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A Call for a Just Peace in Israel and Palestine

As a group of faithful people representing diverse religious traditions we continue to add our voices to the myriad calls for peace and justice in Israel and Palestine. As a first step we call for an end to all violence and immediate unimpeded delivery of robust humanitarian aid to the...

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Say NO to war with Iran: Statements & Action

On 6/13/25 from Churches for Middle East Peace: Military solutions are not the answer and will only cause more death, destruction, and harm. Such escalations not only cause civilian deaths but further destabilize the entire peace and security of the region. Use this link to go to Peace Action’s website...

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De-Escalation Training Video (30 min)

For those of us out on the streets it helps to have some de-escalation tools fresh in our minds, hearts and spirits. The bay area Gandhi Team, who trains Peace Ambassadors for protests, rallies, etc., has made a 30 minute de-escalation video available for all of us! You don’t need...

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Call for Ceasefire and Entry of Aid NOW!

More than 30 Palestinian and Israeli human rights and peace organizations issued this powerful call for an immediate ceasefire and entry of humanitarian aid. Help us amplify their message!  Israel must stop the attacks and allow immediate entry of aid! CLICK HERE to join Combatants for Peace’s effort for handwritten...

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