WCC general secretary congratulates US President-elect
"Heartfelt congratulations" were expressed to the US President-elect Barack Obama by the World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia. In a 5 November letter congratulating Obama on his election to the presidency of the United States, Kobia hailed him as "a leader not only in the United States, but in the hopes and dreams of so many people across the globe".
5. Ноября 08
People in northern Uganda are ready to forgive the LRA rebels
With its streets full of bicycle riders transporting luggage or passengers alongside mini buses, Gulu in northern Uganda looks as peaceful as any small African town. However, its inhabitants, who say now they want nothing but peace, have to come to terms with the terrible crimes that were committed here during 22 years of civil war.
31. Октября 08
Living Letters teams to witness reconciliation work of churches in Liberia, Sierra Leone and South Africa
In Liberia, Sierra Leone and South Africa, churches have played a major role in reconciliation between groups who had been in violent conflict with each other for decades. Two international ecumenical teams sent by the World Council of Churches (WCC) will visit the three countries during the next two weeks.
WCC general secretary to visit Nicaragua
An international ecumenical delegation led by the general secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC), Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia, will visit Nicaragua from 2 to 5 November.
30. Октября 08
Ugandan churches concerned over final peace agreement, international team learns
Guns have fallen silent in northern Uganda since the signing of a permanent ceasefire. Yet, church leaders are worried about the rebel Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) delaying the signature of the final peace agreement, they told an international ecumenical delegation visiting the country.
28. Октября 08
Indigenous theologians vow to continue dialogue on visions for church and society
In a recent consultation in the Philippines, indigenous theologians and representatives from various continents have vowed to strengthen their solidarity in continuing a dialogue with each other and with the World Council of Churches (WCC) in envisioning a more inclusive church and society.
24. Октября 08
Sri Lanka's Buddhist leaders have mixed views on resolving ethnic conflict
Leaders of Sri Lanka's Buddhist majority expressed divergent views on resolving the ethnic conflict in their country, while speaking to a delegation led by Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia, general secretary of the World Council of Churches.
23. Октября 08
International ecumenical delegation to visit Uganda
The plight of people displaced by war will be the main topic of a "Living Letters" visit to Uganda, 27 October to 2 November. An international ecumenical delegation sent by the World Council of Churches (WCC) will discuss with representatives of churches, state and civil society about the protection of refugees, with a specific focus on sexual violence and the vulnerability of children.
Ecumenical consultation demarcates common ground for dialogue with Islam
Christian communities should improve their knowledge of Islam, be good neighbours to Muslims and bear witness to their faith in an appropriate manner, according to an international group of church leaders and experts on Christian-Muslim dialogue.
22. Октября 08
Sri Lankan churches face challenges amid raging war
Trauma and bitterness are among the challenges Sri Lankan churches must face in promoting peace and reconciliation as the island nation is in the middle of an intense war, a World Council of Churches (WCC) delegation has learnt during a 19-23 October visit to the country.
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