World Council of Churches

A worldwide fellowship of churches seeking unity, a common witness and Christian service

Buddhist-Christian encounter to explore new mode of dialogue

An upcoming WCC consultation in Bangkok will attempt a distinctive mode of inter-religious dialogue.

Concern and solidarity for Bangladesh

The WCC general secretary has expressed solidarity with Bangladesh, and concern over recent tragedies in the country, including the loss of over a thousand lives in a garment factory accident near Dhaka, as well as increasing attacks against religious minorities.

Churches in Africa hope for good governance and stable democracy

With Zimbabwe and other African nations heading for elections in the coming months, churches in the region recently reflected on their role in strengthening democratic governance and electoral process.