WCC to church leaders in Syria: “continue living out your faith with courage and hope”
In a letter to church leaders in Syria, World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay extended deep love and solidarity during a time of profound uncertainty and upheaval.
Over 5,000 Jews and Allies Sign Letter Urging President-Elect Trump to Govern with Justice, Democracy, and Rule of Law
More than 5,000 individuals from the Reform Jewish Movement and its allies have signed a letter to President-elect Donald Trump, spotlighting key policy issues and praying that in his next term, he will advance the principles of justice and commitment to rule of law that have been sources of strength for our nation.
COP29: Exploring new approaches to climate action
At the UN Climate Conference, BIC delegates highlighted how the principles of humanity’s oneness and consultation are essential to addressing environmental challenges.
Taking the time to contemplate God’s invitation
The image I’ve chosen for this year’s Christmas cards is the picture of the Zimbabwean Madonna and Child carving that stands proudly on the windowsill in my study.
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Saint Augustine’s leaders remain hopeful, as university faces new accreditation threat
[Episcopal News Service] Saint Augustine’s University, the historically Black college with Episcopal roots in Raleigh, North Carolina, is again under threat of losing its accreditation after its accrediting agency voted […]
Long Island Bishop Lawrence Provenzano to step down in 2026
[Episcopal News Service] Long Island Bishop Lawrence Provenzano, whose New York diocese includes the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens and the two suburban counties to the east, announced Dec. 10 […]
News conference at UCC office spotlights Alabama community’s environmental racism fight
Members of the Sierra Club, the Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice, and the Environmental Justice Ministry of the United Church of Christ, gathered on Dec. 9 at UCC’s Cleveland office, to address the ongoing severe flooding the Shiloh…
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Prayers for the 2nd Week of Advent (December 8-14, 2024)
The Watchword for the Week: Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, for he has looked favorably on his people and redeemed them. Luke 1:68 Come, all who labor and are heavy laden. Come, all who are lost and in need of a home. Come, all who have faced their weakness and sins. Rejoice greatly; […]
Churches in Canada welcome WCC general secretary
Churches in Canada welcomed World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay for an ecumenical partners visit to Canada that took place 7-9 December.
More than 100 Francophone Youth Attended First-Time United Church Event
La rencontre nationale des jeunes francophones du Canada (Ré-unis) brought together young francophones from across Canada for the first time. The event was in Sherbrooke, QC, November 29‒December 1,… continue reading