WCC extends prayers for Tonga in wake of volcanic eruption
Up to 80,000 people could be affected, according to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. Tsunami waves following..
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Project aims to change the way internally displaced persons in Cameroon are seen, heard
(WCC) — The World Association for Christian Communication (WACC) and the Christian Broadcasting Service of the Presbyterian Church in Cameroon have partnered..
WCC video interview describes human rights crisis in West Papua
During a World Council of Churches (WCC) video interview, Peter Prove, WCC director of International Affairs, talks about the human rights and..
Church and religious leaders worldwide pay tribute to Desmond Tutu’s life
(WCC) — Rev. Dr. Makgoba wrote: “While we mourn his passing, as Christians and people of faith we must also celebrate the..
Across the world, churches work to end child abuse by bringing it “Out of the Shadows”
(WCC) — As one straightforward workshop participant put it: “It’s our responsibility to protect the rights and dignity of our children.” Out..
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will draw together churches across the world in hope
(WCC) — The Middle East Council of Churches, based in Beirut, Lebanon, was the convener for the Week of Prayer for Christian..
Desmond Tutu was the ‘spiritual father’ of the new South Africa, says President Ramaphosa
(WCC) — President Cyril Ramaphosa was during the final struggle against apartheid in South Africa in the 1980s inside the country with..
World Council of Churches Christmas message 2021
(WCC) — Dear sisters and brothers, “…you know the generous act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet..
Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem release “Statement on the Current Threat to the Christian Presence on the Holy Land”
(WCC) — The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem have released a “Statement on the Current Threat to the Christian Presence..
“Bathroom ministry” for the homeless
(WCC) — Whether people have access to a safe and clean toilet has wide-reaching consequences for their dignity, health, access to education,..
Christian health networks call for global equity and solidarity for COVID-19 vaccine access
While applauding the effort made in order to have safe and effective vaccines, the ecumenical health partners are also concerned “with the..
Prayers for the US Capitol
(WCC) A special prayer service for those who work at the US Capitol offered an online space on 15 January in which..
WCC to host online prayer service for World Food Day
(WCC) The World Council of Churches (WCC) is inviting all people of good will to attend an online prayer service on 16..
Churches’ Week of Action on Food creates path to “Grow, Nourish, Sustain Together”
(WCC) Churches around the world will be observing Churches' Week of Action on Food from 11-17 October as hunger is a stark..
In troubled Cameroon, hard-hit Presbyterian church leads peace efforts
(WCC) Cameroon's 27 million people have two official languages - English and French – but the people in the two linguistic groups..
“Serving a Wounded World” document is “a call to reflection and action”
(WCC) Rev. Dr Peniel Rajkumar is the World Council of Churches (WCC) programme coordinator for Interreligious Dialogue and Cooperation. He reflects on..
WCC condemns violence, racism in US—and calls for justice
(WCC) The World Council of Churches (WCC) condemned violence, racism and police brutality in the US, following the death of George Floyd, a..
As world turns virtual during COVID-19 crisis, it is easy to pray
(WCC) People pray daily for an end to the coronavirus-COVID-19 that is gripping the world, turning human interaction into a virtual affair..
WCC condemns attack at Hanukkah celebration in New York City
(WCC) The World Council of Churches (WCC) condemned an attack on a Hanukkah celebration at a rabbi´s home north of New York..
2020 to be celebrated as ‘jubilee year’ for peace on the Korean Peninsula
(WCC) The National Council of Churches in Korea (NCCK) held its 68th General Assembly at Jeongdong First Methodist Church in Seoul on 18..
WCC celebrates the commitment of churches towards children
(WCC) “Churches can help respond to the urgent demands of the children who march in the streets for our planet,” said moderator of..
UN day on violence victims stresses religious tolerance
(WCC) A group of United Nations experts together say that countries have an important role to play in promoting religious tolerance and cultural..
Latest gun violence in US poses challenges for churches
(WCC) Gun violence in the United States, which over the last weekend alone took three dozen lives, continues to pose stark challenges..
Pope Francis dialogs with Christian leaders on combating racism
(WCC) Pope Francis met on 20 September with leaders of different Christian churches who have been taking part in a Rome meeting on..
WCC honours the legacy of Kofi Annan
(WCC) Calling Kofi Annan a leader with hard-won wisdom and maturity in our time, the World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary gave..