Single Kitgum Cross
For over two decades the population of northern Uganda has been terrorised by the 'Lord's Resistance Army' (LRA). Over the years, more than 1.6 million people were displaced and some 30,000 children were abducted. In the last three years, tortuous peace negotiations have led to large numbers of people leaving displacement camps to return home and a downturn in the violent activities of the LRA, at least in Uganda.
However, a final peace agreement is far from settled and the people of northern Uganda and surrounding countries where the LRA is still at large, need our prayers more than ever. The war has left a far-reaching legacy of deep trauma among former abductees.
These small crosses are made from Cwa wood by former abductees in the diocese of Kitgum. Cwa tree branches are used by the LRA to torture abductees.
By buying a cross, which can be worn around the neck or used in other ways, you are helping CMS to fund peace and reconciliation work in Northern Uganda.
Available as single crosses, or in quantities of 10, 50, 100 or 200 crosses.
Also sold in quantities of 10, 50, 100 or 200 crosses.