4. September 06
"We are here to serve all people" Interview with WCC president Patriarch Abune Paulos of Ethiopia
Patriarch Paulos, head of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, is a striking figure in the central committee, with his flowing white ecclesiastical robes and carrying his traditional hand-cross, symbol of his ministry. As with the other presidents elected at the WCC's 9th Assembly in early 2006, this is his first involvement in central committee as president.
31. August 06
Kobia calls for comprehensive response to Middle East crisis
World Council of Churches' (WCC) general secretary the Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia has called for a comprehensive ecumenical response in seeking lasting peace in the Middle East.
31. August 06
Archbishop calls for key church role in global AIDS fund
The global fund for tackling HIV and AIDS should be distributed through churches because they have the best access to the populations affected.
31. August 06
"Take risks to welcome the stranger," Kobia appeals
In a volatile global context, the massive migration of people around the world has a deep impact on societies and churches, and poses fundamental questions for ecumenical relationships and responsibility, the general secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC) stated in his report to the organization's main governing body.
30. August 06
WCC central committee called to bring new life into the ecumenical movement
A plea to "bring new life into the ecumenical movement" was issued by Rev. Dr Walter Altmann in his first report as World Council of Churches (WCC) central committee moderator. He also emphasized the Council's role as "the privileged instrument of the ecumenical movement" and rejected the possibility of "a minimalist agenda".
First meeting of new WCC central committee to explore changes, new challenges since 1966 church and society conference
An exploration of changes in church and society since 1966 will be a central feature of the forthcoming meeting of the World Council of Churches' (WCC) central committee - the WCC's main governing body between assemblies.
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