Joint Statement on the Venezuelan Takeover by the United States issued

Rev. Terri Hord Owens, General Minister and President of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), has joined Global Ministries and the United Church of Christ in signing a joint letter addressing recent U.S. actions related to Venezuela.

The letter reaffirms the church’s long-standing commitment to justice, peace, and reconciliation, and calls for restraint, respect for national sovereignty, and renewed dedication to peaceful, multilateral engagement. As the letter states, “We join the global ecumenical community in calling for restraint, respect for sovereignty, and renewed commitment to peaceful, multilateral engagement.”

Read the full letter here.