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Rev. Fr. Dr Lawrence Iwuamadi, academic dean of the WCC Ecumenical Institute at Bossey, mentioned that the period of studies is often referred to as a life-changing experience.
“With deep gratitude, Bossey warmly welcomes the new cohort of students and aims to continue its mission as a unique space for academic and experiential ecumenical formation, committed to deepening ecumenical understanding and fostering transformative dialogue,” he said. “We look forward to students engaging in rigorous theological study, honest conversations on complex issues, and building lasting friendships across cultural and denominational divides.”
The orientation programme started with a morning prayer at the chapel of Bossey. Rev. Dr Martin Hillert, adjunct professor at Bossey, shared a reflection focused on the story of Jesus and the rich man, highlighting its ethical and Christological depth.
Just as Christ gave up divine privilege to become human and serve, disciples are called to renunciation as a mark of following him, letting go of stereotypes, clichés, and preconceptions about others, especially in ecumenical learning.
“Ecumenical learning seems to be no other thing than a continuous epistemic renunciation in order to deepen our understanding and to deepen our communion with one another and with God through real encounters with one another and to experience such moments of joy,” he said.
The students, who come from 23 different countries, will now pursue a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Ecumenical Studies, Complementary Certificate in Ecumenical Studies, or Master of Advanced Studies in Ecumenical Studies.
