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Churches Together in England (CTE) is encouraging churches and partner organisations to pray for peace in the Middle East on Sunday, 21 September. The General Secretary of Churches Together in England, Bishop Mike Royal, said:

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“There is a growing consensus amongst churches and Christian organisations engaged in the Middle East that it’s high time we act together as one... On 21 September, Churches Together in England is supporting Christian Aid and other partners [to] encourage congregations across the nation to hold a minute’s silence to pray for an end to hostilities, unfettered humanitarian access to Gaza, the release of Israeli hostages, and for work to continue to secure a lasting peace.”

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‍The Times of Israel recently published details of a letter signed by 1,000 rabbis to Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu - the letter highlighted a "deep concern for the fate of both the Palestinians in Gaza, the Israeli hostages, and everyone else in both Israel and Palestine who are caught up in this horrific war." An article on the CTE website continues:

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"We are witnessing the devastating escalation of violence in Gaza and the West Bank. The cries of Palestinian church leaders for peace and solidarity have echoed across the global Church, urging us to respond with clarity, compassion, and conviction. As Christian agencies rooted in faith and justice, we believe the gravity of this moment demands a visible, united Christian witness—one that speaks to our shared commitment to peace, reconciliation, and the dignity of all people."

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‍You can find out more about CTE's call to prayer for peace and access resources, on the charity's website.