The Columbia Friends Meeting will host the annual Hiroshima
Remembrance event on Wednesday, August 6, from 6:30 PM to 7:30
PM at 120 Pisgah Church Road, Columbia, SC 29203. “The Religious
Society of Friends has long understood that peace is not merely the
absence of war, but the presence of justice, understanding, and
compassion. The Quaker commitment to peaceful resolution of
conflicts speaks directly to the lessons of Hiroshima.”
The event marks the 80th anniversary of the first atomic bomb release in Hiroshima, Japan and serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of nuclear warfare. The purpose of our event is to educate the public about the increasing nuclear threat and to inspire action towards a more peaceful world. The event will not only honor the victims of Hiroshima and Nagasaki but also will empower our community to become advocates for peace and nuclear disarmament. “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”
This year’s remembrance will feature distinguished speakers
addressing the ongoing nuclear threat and the importance of peace
advocacy. In community solidarity we will gather at the peace pole and connect our local community of faith with a global movement that
refuses to accept violence as inevitable.
Peace poles around the world bear the message “May Peace Prevail
on Earth” in multiple languages, reminding us that the desire for peace transcends all boundaries. They serve as focal points for prayer, meditation, and commitment to nonviolent action.
The Hiroshima Remembrance event is free and open to the public,
and all are invited to attend. It offers a unique opportunity for
individuals of all ages and backgrounds to come together, learn from
the past, and commit to building a more peaceful future.
For more information, please contact David Matos
david@carolinapeace.org