Did You Know
That a nuclear exchange using as few as 100 weapons anywhere in the world would disrupt the global climate and agricultural production, causing mass starvation?
St. Francis crossed enemy lines in Egypt to speak with the Caliph. He didn’t prevent war, but he did establish common ground between enemies. Pope Francis has voiced his opposition to nuclear weapons and has called for their abolition, emphasizing that their use is a crime against humanity and the environment. The U.S. Catholic Bishops have numerous statements and resources about the issues of nuclear weapons. Read more here: USCCB Statements on Nuclear Weapons
The International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War has also provided a report that agrees with our Catholic faith. Read more here: Scientific Report
There is a proposal in Congress, H.Res 317, that addresses this situation. It urges the United States to lead the world back from the brink of nuclear war and halt and reverse the nuclear arms race. Read and take action here: U.S. Nuclear Weapons Policy