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[Episcopal News Service] A month after Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby said he would resign over his handling of a sprawling abuse scandal in the church, Archbishop of York Stephen […]

As the new administration prepares to take office, Congress has an important role to play in setting a clear vision and upholding the United States’ long legacy of welcoming refugee newcomers and others fleeing violence and persecution. The final work period of the 118th Congress, known as the “Lame Duck Session,” is the last opportunity for current leaders to pass ... Read More

World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay extended warm greetings to Jewish communities around the world as they celebrate Hanukkah. 

[Episcopal News Service] Life has been busy for the Rev. Joseph Alaak since his ordination to the priesthood in August 2024. He serves on the staff of St. Martha’s in […]

The World Council of Churches (WCC) joined diplomats, faith-based organizations, and leading experts at a roundtable discussion celebrating Geneva’s legacy in global environmental governance. Organized as part of the Geneva Environment Network's 25th-anniversary series of events, the discussion focused on the vital role of faith-based organizations in tackling the triple planetary climate change crisis, biodiversity loss, and pollution.

<article class="media media--image display--large"> <div class="image-container"> <div class="field field-media-image"> <img loading="eager" width="430" height="323" alt="Participants at Gather Vancouver" class="lazyload" data-src="/sites/default/files/styles/default_mobile/public/2024-12/Halfway%20Thru%20Gather.jpg?itok=dDRvchd_" /> </div> <div class="field field-image-caption">Participants at Gather Vancouver</div> </div> </article> <br /> “Gather” events bring CRC people together for a time of fellowship, encouragement, and renewal. To date, five of 10 planned Gather events have taken place.

Academic dialogue and the experience of churches both play a vital role in the search for Christian unity, according to representatives of the World Council of Churches Faith and Order commission and Munich university when they met to discuss the 2025 anniversary of the Council of Nicaea. 

<article class="media media--image display--large"> <div class="image-container"> <div class="field field-media-image"> <img loading="eager" width="430" height="323" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/sites/default/files/styles/default_mobile/public/2024-12/Food%20pantry.jpg?itok=vhjePW_b" /> </div> </div> </article> <br /> Bridging denominational and religious gaps, this food pantry ministry has led to spiritual growth and flourishing in the local community.

<article class="media media--image display--large"> <div class="image-container"> <div class="field field-media-image"> <img loading="eager" width="430" height="323" alt="Keynote speaker Caesar Kalinowski leads the plenary session on Friday evening, Nov. 15." class="lazyload" data-src="/sites/default/files/styles/default_mobile/public/2024-12/Moving%20Forward.jpg?itok=4CrsUKAv" /> </div> <div class="field field-image-caption">Keynote speaker Caesar Kalinowski leads the plenary session on Friday evening, Nov. 15.</div> </div> <div class="field field-image-credit">Photo: Erin Knight</div> </article> <br /> Resonate Global Mission and Diaconal Ministries Canada created an opportunity for people to learn about what it means to walk alongside God in mission.

<article class="media media--image display--large"> <div class="image-container"> <div class="field field-media-image"> <img loading="eager" width="430" height="323" alt="" class="lazyload" data-src="/sites/default/files/styles/default_mobile/public/2024-12/Calvin%20Losses.jpg?itok=ta0RfaTu" /> </div> </div> <div class="field field-image-credit">Photo: calvin.edu</div> </article> <br /> In the past few months the Calvin University community has experienced a great deal of loss with the passing of several long-time staff members, faculty, and former faculty.