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Sudan: Coming home

February 2011

MCC workers see jubilation and challenges ahead for southern Sudan Southern Sudan is poised to become the world’s newest nation.

December 2010

MCC urges prayers for peace during Sudanese secession vote The Sudan Council of Churches and MCC call for prayer for a peaceful and fair referendum in Sudan on Jan. 9. Fear of violence, or even a return to war, is predominant among many in southern Sudan.

September 2010

MCC calls for prayers for peace leading up to Sudan referendum Referendum will allow people in southern Sudan to determine if they want to secede from Sudan.

April 2010

Pray for peace in Sudan MCC asks for prayer for Sudan as the country’s fragile peace is threatened by controversial elections.

April 2009

MCC supports Sudanese churches in working for peace and public health Sudanese churches are among the largest and most trusted organizations in the region.

October 2008

MCC launches multimillion-dollar appeal for southern Sudan The 10-year campaign is focused on rebuilding schools, supporting education, assisting farmers and promoting peace in southern Sudan.

May 2008

Coming home Southern Sudan is beginning to recover from a long civil war that ended in 2005. Many people are returning after years of living as refugees.