No More Wars

This week we share with you a song created as a heartfelt plea to stop the cycles of violence, hatred, and destruction that keep pushing humanity backward. No matter where we come from, we all want safety, dignity, and a better future for our children.

This is not a political song about blaming one side or another.
It is a human song.
A prayer.
A call to reflect.
A reminder that war leaves wounds that last far beyond the battlefield.

Singers Nimo Patel and Daniel Nahmod hope that this song encourages all of us — especially those in positions of power — to choose wisdom, restraint, dialogue, and peace. [Watch Now]

Title: The Forgiveness Garden
By: Lauren Thompson, Christy Hale (Illustrations)
Ages: 5+ years

Description: A long time ago and far away--although it could be here, and it could be now--a boy threw a stone and injured a girl. For as long as anyone could remember, their families had been enemies, and their towns as well, so it was no surprise that something bad had happened.

Hate had happened. Revenge had happened. And that inspired more hate and more calls for revenge. But this time, a young girl decided to try something different...

Inspired by the original Garden of Forgiveness in Beirut, Lebanon, and the movement that has grown up around it, Lauren Thompson has created a timeless parable for all ages that shows readers a better way to resolve conflicts and emphasizes the importance of moving forward together.

Reflect on the importance of forgiveness in life. Is there someone you wish to ask forgiveness from but haven’t yet done so? Or is there someone who has asked for your forgiveness, but you haven’t responded yet? Take a small, loving step today to water your “forgiveness garden.”