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Report

CCIA Moderator’s address at the CCIA 60th meeting/Life and Work Centenary Consultation

Commission of the Churches on International Affairs Moderator’s address at the opening session of the CCIA Life and Work Centenary Consultation, Athens, 18 May 2025.

18 May 2025

Report

Report of the WCC general secretary to the executive committee, 12 May 2025

In his report to the World Council of Churches (WCC) executive committee, WCC general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay reflected on what it means—amid wars, rumours of wars, violence, trade wars, climate catastrophes, retaliations, and the quest for self-protection and preservation of identity—to be God’s family.

12 May 2025

General Secretary

Voices from the fellowship: mourning Pope Francis

As the world mourned the death of Pope Francis, voices from the World Council of Churches (WCC) fellowship brought forth special memories, deep gratitude, and heartfelt prayers.

24 April 2025

Bible studies

Seven Weeks for Water 2025, week 7: "Thirsty for justice"

The seventh and last reflection of the Seven Weeks for Water 2025 of the WCC’s Ecumenical Water Network is written jointly by Frances Namoumou and Netani Rika. In the following reflection, they have analysed the water scarcity situation in the Pacific region, worsened by climate change, with a justice perspective from the narratives of the persistent widow of the Bible. They challenge us not to give up our “thirst for justice” under any circumstances.

14 April 2025

Faith leaders call for economic reformation to address climate crisis and inequality

At the 6th Meeting of the Ecumenical Panel on a New International Financial and Economic Architecture (NIFEA) held in Geneva from 25-27 March, faith leaders and experts united to call for a radical reformation of economic systems that prioritize justice, sustainability, and the needs of the most vulnerable.

03 April 2025

Lecture - Speech

Prophetic Theology, Prophetic Church – in Times of Multiple Crises

By Rev. Dr Kenneth Mtata.

28 March 2025

WCC Programmes

GETI 2025 preparations progressing with active engagement from International Planning Group

Preparations for the Global Ecumenical Theological Institute (GETI) 2025 are advancing, with various working groups actively shaping the program.

12 March 2025

WCC delegation participates in 69th Commission on the Status of Women

A delegation led by the World Council of Churches (WCC) is participating in the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women, being held from 10–21 March at the United Nations in New York City.

11 March 2025

Statement: public statement

“Joint Interfaith Statement to the Third Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.”

As people of faith representing diverse traditions, united in our common belief in the sanctity of life and the pursuit of justice, peace, and human dignity, we commend the States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) for your historic commitment and leadership in working toward a world without nuclear weapons. Each signature and ratification affirming this Treaty is an act of courage and beacon of hope, and we applaud you.

06 March 2025

Commission on International Affairs

Pacific Conference of Churches Regional Women’s Convening

Pacific Conference of Churches hosts Regional Women’s Convening in Fiji

The Pacific Conference of Churches (PCC) is coordinating a Regional Women’s Convening from 10 to 13 February in Lautokoa, Fiji. More than 50 women from 30 member churches, 10 national councils, and 18 countries and territories in the region, including Australia and New Zealand, are attending.

12 February 2025

Blog post

Safer Internet Day 2025: "Our responsibility, our future"

The internet has become an integral part of our lives, shaping how we communicate, learn, and build relationships. However, while we uphold cultural and religious values of respect, relationality, and accountability in the physical world, these principles often seem to disappear in the virtual space.

11 February 2025

James Bhagwan

WCC, with churches in Caribbean and North America, debuts training on climate litigation

The World Council of Churches (WCC) has offered the first in what will be a series of training workshops on climate litigation. In partnership with the Caribbean and North America Council for Mission (CANACOM), the WCC led the training through a lens of child protection and our future generations.

06 February 2025

Schulden in Hoffnung verwandeln: Ein vom Glauben inspirierter Aufruf zu Gerechtigkeit und Nachhaltigkeit

Der Ökumenische Rat der Kirchen hat die Kampagne „Schulden in Hoffnung verwandeln“ („Turn Debt into Hope“) ins Leben gerufen. Dies ist ein globaler Aufruf gegen Schuldenungerechtigkeit und die sich durch den Klimawandel verschärfende Ungleichheit, die besonders gefährdete Staaten daran hindert, grundlegende Menschenrechte zu erfüllen.

05 February 2025

Turn Debt into Hope: A faith-driven call for justice and sustainability

The World Council of Churches (WCC) has launched the “Turn Debt into Hope” campaign, a global call to address debt injustice and climate inequality, which prevent vulnerable nations from meeting fundamental human rights.

04 February 2025

Blog post

The first in-person meeting for the WCC Youth Commission, Manila, Philippines.

From generation to generation

The mountaintop is a holy place. The valleys below are distant, and the weight of daily life feels momentarily lifted. In scripture, it’s where humanity and the divine meet: Moses conversed with God amidst fire and cloud on Sinai; Elijah heard the still small voice on Horeb; Jesus transfigured in the presence of his disciples, his face shining like the sun.

30 January 2025

Ruth Mathen

Interview

Amid California fires, “we have the certainty of the accompaniment of the love of God”

Rev. Prof. D. Neal D. Presa is executive presbyter of the Presbytery of San Jose, California, and also a member of the World Council of Churches central and executive committees. He reflected on how people are affected by the ongoing wildfires, how churches are helping, and how God’s love serves as a comfort during times of disaster.

13 January 2025

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Christmas messages across the world bring light and hope

Christmas messages from the World Council of Churches (WCC) member churches and partners across the world are bringing good tidings, deep prayers, light, and hope, even amid the world’s challenges.

09 January 2025

On December 10th, the Gender Reference Group visited Musasa during the Harare Pilgrimage, learning about the Women’s Shelters Support Program

WCC Gender Justice Reference Group meets in Zimbabwe

The World Council of Churches (WCC) Gender Justice Reference Group met in Harare, Zimbabwe from 7-12 December, marking its first in-person gathering. Hosted by the Zimbabwe Council of Churches, the meeting brought together church leaders, theologians, and gender justice advocates to reflect on the critical importance of gender justice in the life and mission of the church.

19 December 2024