The League of Christian Nations
Brotherhood and unity
He is the minister of God to thee for good, but if thou do that which is evil, be afraid. For he is a minister of God, an avenger to execute wrath upon the wicked.
~ROMANS 13:4
Brothers and sisters in Christ, how unfortunate it is that we often witness the fires of persecution directed towards our fellow neighbors and friends in faith. We have watched, with ever-growing concern, the wrath of tinpot despots, warmongering tyrants, and a number of other misguided governments directed towards our fellow believers around the world - wrath bought on by no other reason than they accepted the teachings and laws of God. Moved so thoroughly by their unreasonable and blind hatred for all that encourages the beauty of our shared faith in God, these misguided political powers have done (and will continue to do) everything in their power to assault the rights of the faithful both within, and beyond the borders of their sovereign control. They have started wars of wonton destruction, fought battles of barbaric butchery, and ravaged in rapacious desire the churches, neighborhoods, and homes of those who boldly profess their faith openly. Above all else, it appears these ideological warriors against faith and religion, who revel in the chance to assault our brothers and sisters abroad, desire nothing else than to eradicate the very foundations of our shared love and trust in God.
But I beseech you now brethren - settle not in silence for these crimes any longer. For now is the time for us fellow Christians to stand in unity with one another, to protect those who call God, “Father”. Stand with us, in tenacious solidarity, in defense of the weak, the helpless, the downtrodden, the oppressed faithful, and all others who call upon the bannermen of Christ in their time of dire need. Stand with us against the Radicals, Fascists and Communists that have oppressed our fellow Christians and God's people, the Jews, for so long. As Christians united in common cause, we give our gold to the cause of securing justice, our mercy to all those who suffer, and our arms to unceasing service to God and his people. This cause, just and noble beyond all others, calls to all those who profess their faith without shame, and who follow the teachings of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Let us now, as dutiful children of God, take up the banner of our shared faith! Let us stand with one another in guarding our faith from those who would do it harm, and defend our persecuted brothers and sisters around the world!
But I beseech you now brethren - settle not in silence for these crimes any longer. For now is the time for us fellow Christians to stand in unity with one another, to protect those who call God, “Father”. Stand with us, in tenacious solidarity, in defense of the weak, the helpless, the downtrodden, the oppressed faithful, and all others who call upon the bannermen of Christ in their time of dire need. Stand with us against the Radicals, Fascists and Communists that have oppressed our fellow Christians and God's people, the Jews, for so long. As Christians united in common cause, we give our gold to the cause of securing justice, our mercy to all those who suffer, and our arms to unceasing service to God and his people. This cause, just and noble beyond all others, calls to all those who profess their faith without shame, and who follow the teachings of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Let us now, as dutiful children of God, take up the banner of our shared faith! Let us stand with one another in guarding our faith from those who would do it harm, and defend our persecuted brothers and sisters around the world!
The basic idea behind this coalition is the defense of the religious freedoms of Christians and Jews across the NS world. Fundamentalism/radicalism is heavily discouraged here and it is the firm belief of all members of the league that it's not our place to judge our fellow man for his religious beliefs, sexual orientation, lifestyle choices etc. (this does not however mean we condone or support it) This League will never assist in the oppression of other religions, races, etc. and will always conduct itself honorably in warfare. The League will invade or defend foreign nations where Christians/Jews lives and freedoms are especially threatened and in more civilized, first world nations will provide legal and financial support for Christians and Jews persecuted in one way or another by legitimate governments. Anyone can join, we don't care if you're Muslim or Atheist as long as you follow the charter and support the league you're welcome here (don't expect the religious overtones to change to accommodate you however) we welcome neutral observer states and accept input from any member of the NS community on different policies and actions etc. Be forewarned however, posting purely to start trouble about one thing or another WILL get you banned from the thread.
ARTICLE I
On the Governments Permitted to Join
“For the evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land.”
-Psalm 37:9
i. Member states must maintain government policies that tolerate the Christian and Jewish religion within their borders, support the rights of Christians to worship freely overseas, and remain vocal opponents to the persecution of Christians and Jews (henceforth referred to as "Brothers" for brevity's sake) internationally.
ii. No official type of government ideology (communistic, fascistic, corporatist, theocratic, democratic, etc) is set for members. All styles of governments are welcome within the fold of the League. However, the policies of member governments may not, under any circumstances, break the code laid forth in section (i) and especially oppressive or violent nations may be rejected for membership.
ARTICLE II
On the League’s Organization
“So then let us pursue what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding.”
-Romans 14:19
i. The League shall be governed in its major operations by the High Council. This Council, consisting of Phonencia, The Swiss Guardsmen, and (SEAT OPEN) shall hold total and complete executive powers over the League, taking into account the opinions and needs of the lower ranking nations in the League at all times. If the majority of the League is dissatisfied with a Council Member's performance, they may vote for their replacement.
ii. There shall be the following Councils established to facilitate the work of the League…
-The League’s High Council
-The Council of the Defense of the Faithful
-Established to review international conflicts carefully, and issue recommendations to the High Council to intercede with arms in defense of persecuted Brothers.
-The Council of Mercy
-Established to review international conflicts carefully, and issue recommendations to the High Council on the distribution of the League’s medical supplies and other articles of emergency aid to Brothers.
The Treasurer’s Council
-Established to maintain superb knowledge of the League’s funds and accounts, provide monetary or other aid to persecuted Brothers in non-hostile foreign nations and advise the League’s Treasurer on financial policies.
The Council of Tribunes
-Established to ensure all member states follow the laws set forth in this charter, and issue a notice of complaint to the League’s High Council in the event a member does not conform to League policy. The High Council shall review the case, and vote to dismiss the charges, warn the offending member, or eject the offending member. The Council of Tribunes shall also provide for the legal defense of persecuted Brothers in non-hostile nations abroad.
iii. The League’s High Council, consisting of no more than three nations at one time, will be determined by their peers to be the most active, noble, and capable of leadership within the list of members states. This High Council shall have a final say of approval in all decisions made by the lower councils. All recommendations made by the Council for the Defense of the Faithful for interceding in an armed conflict shall also be subject to the approval of the High Council. Additionally, all financial decisions made by the League’s Treasurer must be approved by the High Council. Votes by the Council to approve or deny Lower Council recommendations and decisions need only be by majority. In the event of a tie, the member states may be called upon to issue a final decision on the matter.
ARTICLE III
On the Subject of War and Aid
“But if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the trumpet, so that the people are not warned, and the sword comes and takes any one of them, that person is taken away in his iniquity, but his blood I will require at the watchman's hand.”
-Ezekiel 33:6
i. All members of the League (not including observer states) must remain willing and able to, in times when it is deemed necessary by the High Council, contribute military and other material assets to a conflict – especially when it is being fought in defense of fellow Christians.
ii. Any member of the League, when attacked by a foreign aggressor, may call upon the whole League to come to its aid. The Council for the Defense of the Faithful shall review the request, and issue a recommendation of action to the High Council, which will then proceed to determine whether the League will intercede on the attacked member’s behalf. Member states not on the Defense or High Councils are encouraged contribute their point of view on involvement while the League’s position is being determined.
iii. Any member may propose the League come to the aid of fellow Christians facing persecution in a nation not currently a member of the League. The process of determining League involvement is the same as stated in Section ii.
ARTICLE IV
Regarding “Jus in Bellum”
“Give to them according to their work and according to the evil of their deeds; give to them according to the work of their hands; render them their due reward.”
-Psalm 28:4
i. No member of the League may, during an armed intervention in a conflict, engage in any military operation that intentionally targets innocent civilians.
ii. The destruction to the infrastructure and land of an enemy of the League shall only be of the necessary amount to attain reasonable victory. No excessive or unnecessary destruction should be caused by League forces in a conflict. Justice proportional to crime is demanded of all members fighting in the fold of this League (in regard to POWs).
On the Governments Permitted to Join
“For the evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land.”
-Psalm 37:9
i. Member states must maintain government policies that tolerate the Christian and Jewish religion within their borders, support the rights of Christians to worship freely overseas, and remain vocal opponents to the persecution of Christians and Jews (henceforth referred to as "Brothers" for brevity's sake) internationally.
ii. No official type of government ideology (communistic, fascistic, corporatist, theocratic, democratic, etc) is set for members. All styles of governments are welcome within the fold of the League. However, the policies of member governments may not, under any circumstances, break the code laid forth in section (i) and especially oppressive or violent nations may be rejected for membership.
ARTICLE II
On the League’s Organization
“So then let us pursue what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding.”
-Romans 14:19
i. The League shall be governed in its major operations by the High Council. This Council, consisting of Phonencia, The Swiss Guardsmen, and (SEAT OPEN) shall hold total and complete executive powers over the League, taking into account the opinions and needs of the lower ranking nations in the League at all times. If the majority of the League is dissatisfied with a Council Member's performance, they may vote for their replacement.
ii. There shall be the following Councils established to facilitate the work of the League…
-The League’s High Council
-The Council of the Defense of the Faithful
-Established to review international conflicts carefully, and issue recommendations to the High Council to intercede with arms in defense of persecuted Brothers.
-The Council of Mercy
-Established to review international conflicts carefully, and issue recommendations to the High Council on the distribution of the League’s medical supplies and other articles of emergency aid to Brothers.
The Treasurer’s Council
-Established to maintain superb knowledge of the League’s funds and accounts, provide monetary or other aid to persecuted Brothers in non-hostile foreign nations and advise the League’s Treasurer on financial policies.
The Council of Tribunes
-Established to ensure all member states follow the laws set forth in this charter, and issue a notice of complaint to the League’s High Council in the event a member does not conform to League policy. The High Council shall review the case, and vote to dismiss the charges, warn the offending member, or eject the offending member. The Council of Tribunes shall also provide for the legal defense of persecuted Brothers in non-hostile nations abroad.
iii. The League’s High Council, consisting of no more than three nations at one time, will be determined by their peers to be the most active, noble, and capable of leadership within the list of members states. This High Council shall have a final say of approval in all decisions made by the lower councils. All recommendations made by the Council for the Defense of the Faithful for interceding in an armed conflict shall also be subject to the approval of the High Council. Additionally, all financial decisions made by the League’s Treasurer must be approved by the High Council. Votes by the Council to approve or deny Lower Council recommendations and decisions need only be by majority. In the event of a tie, the member states may be called upon to issue a final decision on the matter.
ARTICLE III
On the Subject of War and Aid
“But if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the trumpet, so that the people are not warned, and the sword comes and takes any one of them, that person is taken away in his iniquity, but his blood I will require at the watchman's hand.”
-Ezekiel 33:6
i. All members of the League (not including observer states) must remain willing and able to, in times when it is deemed necessary by the High Council, contribute military and other material assets to a conflict – especially when it is being fought in defense of fellow Christians.
ii. Any member of the League, when attacked by a foreign aggressor, may call upon the whole League to come to its aid. The Council for the Defense of the Faithful shall review the request, and issue a recommendation of action to the High Council, which will then proceed to determine whether the League will intercede on the attacked member’s behalf. Member states not on the Defense or High Councils are encouraged contribute their point of view on involvement while the League’s position is being determined.
iii. Any member may propose the League come to the aid of fellow Christians facing persecution in a nation not currently a member of the League. The process of determining League involvement is the same as stated in Section ii.
ARTICLE IV
Regarding “Jus in Bellum”
“Give to them according to their work and according to the evil of their deeds; give to them according to the work of their hands; render them their due reward.”
-Psalm 28:4
i. No member of the League may, during an armed intervention in a conflict, engage in any military operation that intentionally targets innocent civilians.
ii. The destruction to the infrastructure and land of an enemy of the League shall only be of the necessary amount to attain reasonable victory. No excessive or unnecessary destruction should be caused by League forces in a conflict. Justice proportional to crime is demanded of all members fighting in the fold of this League (in regard to POWs).
RULES
Only somewhat experienced roleplayers please, no newbs
Be respectful etc.
Please do not join if you're never going to actively participate
If you want to leave the coalition, please TG me personally so I can keep our member list up to date
Finally, if you don't erase the notes in (parentheses) when posting your application, it will be denied
Application
- Code: Select all
Full Nation Name: (IE. The Republic of Whereever)
Leader:
Government Style: (Capitalist, Empire, Communist, Democracy etc.)
National/Most Common Religion:
Population:
Capitol City:
Military Size: (no more than 5% of your population, MAX)
Military Factbook: (link plz, if you don't have one, TG me and I will help you write one for our purposes)
How Will You Be Contributing To The League's Efforts? (Economically, Militarily, Humanitarian, All three. If you check militarily, you will be expected to provide soldiers/equipment for Crusades)
Your nation's and govt's actions/attitudes towards LGBT citizens: (be brief but detailed)
Does your nation respect religious freedoms? (include a brief description of the extent)
RP Examples: (link please)
Phonencia
The Swiss Guardsmen
Skako
Gibberan
Arkania 5 (OBSERVER)
Lebanon Christian Republic
Bundesdeustchland
King Avalon (OBSERVER)
The Johnathanian State (OBSERVER)
Asalm
Chalkia
Ros Ekasna
Avalon
Holy Windmill Empire
The Soviet League
New Edom
Post War America (OBSERVER)
Brydog
Bulmeria
Valiants Reach
Jorti
Canturbury
The Swiss Guardsmen
Skako
Gibberan
Arkania 5 (OBSERVER)
Lebanon Christian Republic
Bundesdeustchland
King Avalon (OBSERVER)
The Johnathanian State (OBSERVER)
Asalm
Chalkia
Ros Ekasna
Avalon
Holy Windmill Empire
The Soviet League
New Edom
Post War America (OBSERVER)
Brydog
Bulmeria
Valiants Reach
Jorti
Canturbury
Knights Templar
