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The Council of Patriarchs and Heads of Churches of Jerusalem, visiting the community of Taybeh, expressed solidarity with the local community following an intensifying trend of systemic and targeted attacks. “We ask for the prayers, attention, and action of the world, particularly that of Christians globally,” reads a statement from the religious leaders.

The National Council of Churches in Korea Reconciliation and Reunification Committee is hosting an “80th Anniversary of Liberation and Division Ecumenical Joint Worship for the Sunday for Prayer for the Peaceful Reunification of the Korean Peninsula” on 10 August at the Yeondong Presbyterian Church in Seoul. 

The United Church of Christ General Synod 35, held 11-15 July, drew 2,000 people who gathered in Kansas City (US) for speeches, discussions, and demonstrations of faith.

The Pacific Conference of Churches declared 13 July, as Freedom Sunday for Kanaky and Maʻohi Nui, calling on its member churches and ecumenical partners to observe the day in prayer, worship, and advocacy for self-determination and justice.

A webinar, “Nicaea and the Peace Witness of the Church,” held 15 July, featured a panel discussion exploring the significance and emergence of the Nicene Creed from a Mennonite/Anabaptist perspective, and how this influences the peace witness of the church.

The World Communion of Reformed Churches held a 150th anniversary service on 12 July at the American International Church in London. The event was hosted by the United Reformed Church. 

The World Council of Churches (WCC) shared greetings with the General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) USA, commending the church’s service and dedication. 

World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay delivered a lecture entitled “Signs of Wholeness in Our Fragmented World” at the General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) on 13 July. 

The World Council of Churches (WCC) participated in the 8th Annual Conference of the European Academy of Religion, being held in Vienna, Austria from 8-12 July. The overarching theme of the conference is "Religion and Socio-Cultural Transformation: European Perspectives and Beyond” and it hosted approximately 1,000 participants.