Fourteen Bishops of the Catholic and Episcopal Churches of South Sudan, led by Archbishop Paulino Lukudu Loro and Archbishop Daniel Deng Bul, met in Yei to reflect together on the relationship between the two Churches.
They also discussed wider ecumenical responsibilities, and the role they can play in bringing peace and understanding between Sudan and South Sudan.The bishops analyzed the events which led to the current crisis between Sudan and South Sudan and welcomed UN Security Council Resolution 2046, calling for its immediate and full implementation.
They expressed their concern about the situation of South Sudanese and other marginalized peoples in the Republic of Sudan, and condemned the continuing aerial bombardment of civilians by Sudan Armed Forces.
The Catholic and Episcopal bishops welcomed the peace accord signed by leaders of the six communities of Jonglei state and urged all stakeholders to implement the resolutions and recommendations.