# Desktops for Peace ## Posts - [Abuna visit cancelled](https://desktopsforpeace.com/abuna-visit-cancelled/): Sadly, Abuna planned visit to the UK has had to be cancelled for the foreseeable future. His age allied with some uncertainties regarding his health have led to this decision. His staff are reluctant to let him out of their care [and sight] at this time, and our prayers are with all of them. - [Abuna to visit the UK](https://desktopsforpeace.com/abuna-to-visit-the-uk/): We are very pleased to confirm that Abuna Elias Chacour will be visiting the South West of England. Abuna plans to visit the South Hams of Devon as a guest of Desktops for Peace. The original plan was for Abuna to visit in May. However, due to the ongoing conflict in the region, this will now be delayed. We have instead decided to aim for the 19th-26th October. Please God this will give enough time to allow peace to settle over the middle East and allow Airline schedules to return to ‘normal’ .  The plan for Abuna’s visit here is for […] ## Pages - [Home-tmp](https://desktopsforpeace.com/home-tmp/): Understanding Our Mission Welcome to the Desktops for Peace charity website, where we are committed to fostering peace through education and community support. Our primary focus is on the initiatives of Abuna Elias Chacour, a renowned figure in the peace movement and a three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee. His lasting impact on the largest Christian community in Israel inspires our efforts to promote his vision. Our Commitment to Abuna Elias Chacour In the south-west of England, particularly near Plymouth, our charity has been actively working to regenerate and enhance the support that has been vital to the Mar Elias Educational Institutions […] - [Donate](https://desktopsforpeace.com/donate/): All donations here are made through the important, well respected Charities Aid Foundation [CAF]. They have HMRC authorisation to collect Gift Aid on our behalf on eligible donations. The only individual data they store is that required by law for this process. We are very grateful for your support… - [News](https://desktopsforpeace.com/news/) - [Abuna Elias Chacour](https://desktopsforpeace.com/abuna-elias-chacour/): Elias Chacour – do you know of him? He’s a prominent Palestinian-Arab-Israeli peace activist, educator and retired Archbishop of Galilee in the Greek Catholic Church [Melkite] He is widely known for his lifelong commitment to non-violence and reconciliation between Palestinians and Israelis. He is often simply called Abuna [Arabic for father] Key Accomplishments and Mini-Biography If you have read any of his books [or even if you haven’t] and feel you would like to see him, he hopes to be visiting Devon early this May as a guest of Desktops For Peace: a not-for-profit, gift aid registered organisation centred in Kingsbridge. […] - [Contacts](https://desktopsforpeace.com/contact/): Desktops for Peace Officers Name Role Email Mobile Roger Tyler Treasurer randjtyler@talktalk.net +44 (0) 7394 924470 Michael Vere Secretary (currently on sabbatical leave) michaelvere.mv@gmail.com +44 (0) 7474 659978 Ann Yates Acting Secretary annwoodcote@me.com +44 (0) 7540155943 Philip Yates Chair philip.yates@outlook.com +44 (0) 7 Other Trustees Gill Barnard, Jane Kenyon, Ann Yates, Christine Vere, Eileen Goodliffe Contact Us Let us know if you have questions or would like to get involved… Our Location Kingsbridge, Devon UK - [Initiatives](https://desktopsforpeace.com/initiatives/): Peace Education Initiatives Community Support Programs Our initiatives focus on fostering peace through education and community support, inspired by Abuna Elias Chacour’s vision. We aim to promote understanding and collaboration among diverse groups in society. Cultural Exchange Projects We facilitate cultural exchange programs that encourage dialogue and mutual respect among different faiths and backgrounds, enhancing the educational experience at Mar Elias Educational Institutions and beyond. Advocacy for Peace Our advocacy efforts aim to raise awareness about peace initiatives and the importance of coexistence, supporting Abuna Elias Chacour’s mission to create a harmonious society through education and community engagement. Our Location Supporting […] - [About](https://desktopsforpeace.com/about/): Desktops for Peace We are dedicated to supporting the peace initiatives of Abuna Elias Chacour, one time Archbishop of the largest Christian community in Israel. A three times Nobel peace prize nominee he has been awarded other prestigious ones.  We started up in the wake of the Elijah Trust [ET], the only UK charity then supporting MEEI.*  The ET collapsed in 2011 due to the deaths of its trustees, data protection laws meant their extensive data base of supporters vanished without trace. We in the South West of England [near Plymouth] have since tried to regenerate the level of support the […] - [Home](https://desktopsforpeace.com/): Understanding Our Mission Welcome to the Desktops for Peace charity website, where we are committed to fostering peace through education and community support. Our primary focus is on the initiatives of Abuna Elias Chacour, a renowned figure in the peace movement and a three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee. His lasting impact on the largest Christian community in Israel inspires our efforts to promote his vision. Our Commitment to Abuna Elias Chacour In the south-west of England, particularly near Plymouth, our charity has been actively working to regenerate and enhance the support that has been vital to the Mar Elias Educational Institutions […] ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/desktopsforpeace.com/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)