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WCC hosts visitors from Finland, Germany, and Sweden

The World Council of Churches (WCC) hosted Bishop Dr Jukka Keskitalo and Rev. Pekka Mustakallio from the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland, to discuss the ecumenical agenda of 2023 and the harvesting of the WCC 11 th assembly, as well a group from the Centre for Ecumenism of the Protestant Church in Hesse and Nassau, and 21 ordinands from the Church of Sweden.

Historically important, ecumenism takes on new life in Germany

As the World Council of Churches celebrates its 75th anniversary, a series of feature stories from different regions of the world will portray ecumenism at the local level—within churches, communities, and individuals who embody the spirit of ecumenism in unique ways. The feature story below offers a glimpse of some facets of ecumenism present in Germany.

El secretario general del CMI explora con las iglesias de EE.UU. cómo fortalecer las relaciones

Una delegación del Consejo Mundial de Iglesias (CMI) encabezada por el secretario general del CMI, Rev. Prof. Dr. Pillay, visitó esta semana las ciudades de Nueva York y Washington D.C. y se reunió con representantes de las Naciones Unidas, con el nuncio papal, con el Consejo Nacional de Iglesias de América del Norte, y con otros líderes eclesiásticos, organizaciones ecuménicas y autoridades estatales.

"Legend of Our Times," Sylvia Ross Talbot, dies at 89

The life and ministry of Dr. Sylvia Ross Talbot, a church leader whose ecumenical dedication included service as the WCC’s vice-moderator in the 1980s and president of Church Women United, was celebrated last weekend in Nashville, Tennessee, USA.

She died 15 May at the age of 89.

Inauguración del Kirchentag protestante alemán en Núremberg

Con los temas de la guerra en Ucrania y la protección climática como ejes centrales, el 38º Kirchentag protestante alemán se celebrará en Núremberg (Alemania) del 7 al 11 de junio. La presencia del Consejo Mundial de Iglesias en el espacio de exposición “Mercado de oportunidades” del Kirchentag (pabellón 9, stand 9-C32) permite interacciones dinámicas y proporciona la oportunidad de aprender más sobre el movimiento ecuménico.

German Protestant Kirchentag opens in Nuremberg

With the topics of the war in Ukraine and climate protection as the focal points, the 38th German Protestant Kirchentag takes place in Nuremberg, Germany from 7 to 11 June. The World Council of Churches’ presence in the Kirchentag’s exhibition space Market of Opportunities” (hall 9, stand 9-C32) enables lively encounters and an opportunity to learn more about the ecumenical movement.

WCC extends condolences in wake of shooting in Louisville

In a letter to the Presbyterian Church (USA), World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay extended condolences in the wake of a shooting at the Old National Bank in Louisville, Kentucky—just blocks away from the church offices.

La Iglesia de Suecia y la Iglesia Episcopal intensifican su colaboración y su misión común

“Nuestras dos iglesias comparten más de 200 años de historia en Europa y en Estados Unidos. El presente acuerdo de plena comunión es un signo más de la comunidad amada que tanto necesitamos en estos tiempos. Nuestra colaboración al abordar los desafíos del cambio climático, la asistencia a los refugiados y la justicia racial nos une aún más profundamente a los esfuerzos ecuménicos mundiales”, dijo Michael Curry, obispo primado de la Iglesia Episcopal. 

Church of Sweden, Episcopal Church deepen the partnership and a common mission

“Our two churches have more than 200 years of shared history in Europe and the United States. This full-communion agreement is one more sign of the beloved community that we so need in these times. Our partnership in addressing the challenges of climate change, supporting refugees, and racial justice binds us even more deeply to worldwide ecumenical efforts,” said Most Rev. Michael Curry, presiding bishop and primate of The Episcopal Church. 

WCC extends warm birthday congratulations to Cardinal Walter Kasper

World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay extended sincere birthday congratulations to Cardinal Walter Kasper, expressing gratitude for the cardinals tireless service for Christian unity, particularly for his leadership role in the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity.