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Pope Francis to visit the World Council of Churches

The landmark visit of Pope Francis to the World Council of Churches on 21 June will be a centrepiece of the ecumenical commemoration of the WCC's 70th anniversary.

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Photo: Francesco Sforza/Vatican Photographic Service

Photo: Francesco Sforza/Vatican Photographic Service

The landmark visit of Pope Francis to the World Council of Churches on 21 June will be a centrepiece of the ecumenical commemoration of the WCC's 70th anniversary.

When:
Thursday, 21 June 2018

Theme:
Ecumenical Pilgrimage
Walking, Praying and Working Together

Where:
Ecumenical Centre, Geneva, Switzerland

Contact: [email protected]

The 70th anniversary of the WCC in 2018 is an opportunity to mark the achievements of the past 70 years in working for Christian unity and action, and to look to the challenges ahead as a fellowship of churches responding to God’s call for unity, mission, justice and peace. This event is part of a series of anniversary celebrations taking place in various locations throughout the year.

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