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November 12, 2013

Handbook on Orthodox churches and ecumenism received

Orthodox and ecumenical scholars presented the Orthodox Handbook on Theological Education and Ecumenism at the World Council of Churches 10th Assembly.
November 11, 2013

Nobel Prize peace activist addresses world churches

Leymah Gbowee spoke at the WCC 10th Assembly Peace Plenary, which featured stories, images and signs of hope for justice and peace.
November 10, 2013

First woman and African moderator elected to world churches' body

Dr Agnes Abuom of Nairobi, from the Anglican Church of Kenya, has been elected Moderator of the WCC governing body.
November 10, 2013

WCC ends with call to join justice and peace journey

“Join the Pilgrimage of Justice and Peace” is the title of the Message of the 10th Assembly of the World Council of Churches.
November 10, 2013

Decisions, reflections, prayers close the WCC assembly

The World Council of Churches (WCC) 10th Assembly in Busan, Republic of Korea, concluded on 8 November.
November 7, 2013

Focus of global churches turns to justice and HIV-AIDS

Following reflections from around the world on Christian unity, Asia and mission, the WCC assembly plenary on 6 November highlighted struggles for justice.
November 7, 2013

WCC participants back Jeju's struggle against naval base

WCC Assembly participants have visited Jeju Island in an act of solidarity with those protesting about the building of a naval base there.
November 6, 2013

'Safe space' at WCC listens to pain of sexual minorities

A 'safe space' created for dialogue on human sexuality featured stories of pain, exclusion and violence at the WCC Assembly.
November 6, 2013

South Sudan looks to change beyond independence

On 9 July 2011, South Sudan became the world’s newest nation. Today it is estimated to be home to more than 11 million people and is geographically one of the larger countries in Africa. The Sudanese churches have been part of the struggle and aspiration for peace and security, reports J. Ayana McCalman. But in a land rich in natural resources, there is also a need to address the humanitarian situation and significant human needs.
November 6, 2013

An ecumenical gain for and from the Armenian Church

It was a real pleasure for me to learn that the WCC 10th General Assembly in Busan, South Korea, elected HH Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians at Holy Etchmiadzin in Armenia, as one of its new co-presidents.