Global Event Promotes Pursuit of Peace

Against the tragic backdrop of a historic conflict in Europe, Rochester unites with millions around the globe to promote the timely theme “Pursue Peace” as they participate in a six-part annual event during the summer of 2022.

“There are a lot of things happening around the world that can shake us, and events in our own lives that can make us feel unstable,” said Joe Mulley, of Penfield, New York. “Peace is something we really need right now.” Joe and his wife Stephanie, along with their 7-year-old daughter, said they are excited to attend all six sessions of the “Pursue Peace” convention. “I look forward to putting what I learn into practice and having more peace,” Joe said.

Jehovah’s Witnesses have been holding global conventions for more than 100 years, the last three years featuring virtual events accessed through the free JW Library app or at jw.org. The entire program is now available for streaming or download. All are invited to attend at no charge.

“This convention is an object lesson in how peace is being achieved by a global community right now as it unites millions of people even in areas of conflict like Ukraine and Russia,” said Robert Hendriks, U.S. spokesperson for Jehovah’s Witnesses. “The power of the principles being discussed transcends national borders, ethnic differences and language barriers. Both individuals and families will benefit from attending the program.”

Prior to 2020, Jehovah’s Witnesses held their annual convention locally at the Blue Cross Arena. While they hope to host in-person large gatherings again in the future, the decision was made late last year to again hold the 2022 convention virtually. On April 1 congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses began meeting in person for the first time in two years, locally and around the world.

The topics discussed at this year's virtual convention include:

• How love leads to inner peace and peace with others.
• Why the Bible can be called “the road map to family peace.”
• How to attain peace even when suffering illness, economic problems, natural disasters or other difficulties.
• What people from around the world are doing to enjoy peace.
• Why friendship with God can lead to true peace.

The convention concludes with the exciting presentation, “Universal Peace is Sure to Come!”

All are invited to attend this event by going to jw.org on the web or JW Broadcasting on the free JW Library app available for iOS or Android, or on streaming platforms like ROKU TV, Apple TV and others. The entire program is free and accessible to all.

For more information, please contact Jehovah’s Witnesses at: