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True Freedom

Un nuevo curso global para la cuaresma de 2024
Rev. Dr Kenneth Mtata
Bishop Alastair Redfern
Frederique Seidel
Caroline Virgo
Claire Walford

A new global resource from The World Council of Churches and The Clewer Initiative, True Freedom is a six-week course for Lent. It draws on themes from the book of Galatians and encourages individuals and churches to respond to modern slavery in their communities.

True Freedom includes:

  • A short Bible study on the book of Galatians
  • A reflection written by Revd Dr Kenneth Mtata and Bishop Alastair Redfern
  • Questions for group discussion or personal reflection
  • Case studies from churches around the world
  • Information and statistics about modern slavery
  • Artwork to contemplate and discuss

True Freedom is available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Dutch 

Llamados a la -Transformación Diaconía ecuménica

A joint publication of the World Council of Churches (WCC) and ACT Alliance, this study document aims to clarify the understanding of ecumenical diakonia and to provide a common platform for acting and reflecting together for the churches and ecumenical partners worldwide. 

The major publication outlines the theological components of diakonia and offers practical content for those engaged in the service of diakonia. The study document is intended to be used for formation and training in ecumenical diakonia, to strengthen the institutional capacity of those involved in diakonia, and to foster dialogue and cooperation between churches, ecumenical partners, ACT Alliance and the WCC.

Appelés à la Transformation - Diaconie oecuménique

A joint publication of the World Council of Churches (WCC) and ACT Alliance, this study document aims to clarify the understanding of ecumenical diakonia and to provide a common platform for acting and reflecting together for the churches and ecumenical partners worldwide. 

The major publication outlines the theological components of diakonia and offers practical content for those engaged in the service of diakonia. The study document is intended to be used for formation and training in ecumenical diakonia, to strengthen the institutional capacity of those involved in diakonia, and to foster dialogue and cooperation between churches, ecumenical partners, ACT Alliance and the WCC.

Mädchen nutzen Technologie, um stärker zu werden – „Selbstvertrauen ist deine Superkraft“

Vom Sport bis zur Raketentechnologie, von der Kunst bis hin zu familiären Beziehungen – junge Menschen haben sich auf einem Webinar am 16. März darüber ausgetauscht, warum sie eine sichere und leicht zugängliche Technologie brauchen, um ihre Träume zu verwirklichen.

Auf dem Webinar kamen Kinder, junge Frauen und Männer im Alter zwischen 7 und 17 Jahren zu Wort, sprachen konkret über ihre Wünsche und Ziele und ließen keinen Zweifel daran, was sie von den Erwachsenen in ihrem Leben nicht nur in Zukunft –  sondern jetzt und sofort erwarten.

Cómo usan las chicas la tecnología para crecer más fuertes. “La confianza es tu superpoder”

De los deportes a la ciencia espacial, del arte a las relaciones familiares, las personas jóvenes que participaron en el seminario web del 16 de marzo explicaron por qué quieren y necesitan una tecnología segura y accesible para realizar sus sueños.

Niñas y adolescentes de 7 a 17 años fueron los oradores que articularon claramente sus aspiraciones y también comunicaron aquello que las personas adultas tienen que ofrecer a sus vidas no solo en el futuro, sino ahora mismo.  

Les filles utilisent la technologie pour s’affirmer: «La confiance en soi est votre superpouvoir»

Du sport à l’astronomie, en passant par l’art et les relations familiales, les jeunes qui ont participé au séminaire en ligne le 16 mars ont expliqué pourquoi ils et elles veulent et ont besoin de technologies sûres et accessibles pour réaliser leurs rêves.

Les intervenant-e-s, âgé-e-s de 7 à 17 ans, étaient des jeunes femmes et des jeunes hommes qui ont exprimé leurs aspirations de façon claire. Ils et elles ont également fait part de ce que les adultes dans leur vie doivent leur apporter dès maintenant et à l’avenir.

As girls use technology to grow stronger, “Confidence is your superpower”

From sports to rocket science, from art to family relationships, young people at a webinar on 16 March spoke out on why they want and need safe, accessible technology to realize their dreams.

The speakers, ages 7-17, were young women and men who clearly articulated their aspirations, and also communicated what the adults in their lives need to provide not just in the future—but right now.

Zur Verwandlung aufgerufen Ökumenische Diakonie

A joint publication of the World Council of Churches (WCC) and ACT Alliance, this study document aims to clarify the understanding of ecumenical diakonia and to provide a common platform for acting and reflecting together for the churches and ecumenical partners worldwide. 

The major publication outlines the theological components of diakonia and offers practical content for those engaged in the service of diakonia. The study document is intended to be used for formation and training in ecumenical diakonia, to strengthen the institutional capacity of those involved in diakonia, and to foster dialogue and cooperation between churches, ecumenical partners, ACT Alliance and the WCC.

Redes de la sociedad civil en VIH y SIDA y actores religiosos

Lecciones aprendidas del involucramiento estratégico en la India, República Dominicana, Indonesia y Jamaica

This booklet highlights the lessons learnt in a project, Strategic Engagement of Civil Society Networks and Faith Actors in the HIV Response in Four Countries,  implemented by the World Council of Churches (WCC), with the support of the Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), from July to December 2022 

This initiative facilitated dialogue between civil society networks, faith actors, and key national HIV stakeholders in the Dominican Republic, India, Indonesia, and Jamaica.

Climate Justice with and for Children and Youth in Churches

Get Informed, Get Inspired, Take Action
Research & Coordination: Frederique Seidel
Research assistant: Virág Kinga Mezei

This toolkit provides resources for churches, church-run schools, and summer camps to support intergenerational climate and environmental justice and promote care for children by stopping further global warming. All churches are encouraged to promote education and action to address climate change, reduce CO2 emissions, and protect the environment in their activities for and with children and youth.

Cooler Earth – Higher Benefits Second Edition

Actions by those who care about children, climate and finance
Frederique Seidel
Emmanuel de Martel

The second edition of this publication gives suggestions of how churches and other organizations around the world can respond to the climate emergency through investment decisions that are crucial to protect children from global warming. Contains updated tables and reports.

The third edition was published in August 2022 and is available here

Gerechte Gemeinschaften für Frauen und Männer: Tagung zur Vorbereitung auf Vollversammlung erörtert Ungerechtigkeit und soziale Megatrends

Bei einer Plenarsitzung im Rahmen einer Tagung zur Vorbereitung auf die anstehende Vollversammlung des Ökumenischen Rates der Kirchen (ÖRK) wurde am Montagmorgen, dem 29. August, eine christliche Vision für gerechte Gemeinschaften für Frauen und Männer aus vielen verschiedenen geographischen und kirchlichen Perspektiven betrachtet. Die Veranstaltung zur Vorbereitung auf die Vollversammlung fand vom 29. bis 30. August direkt vor der 11. ÖRK-Vollversammlung in Karlsruhe, Deutschland, statt.

Des femmes et des hommes au sein d’une communauté de justice: la pré-assemblée se penche sur l’injustice et les méga-tendances sociales

Diverses perspectives géographiques et ecclésiales ont été utilisées pour aborder la vision chrétienne d’une Communauté juste pour les femmes et les hommes lors d’une session plénière de pré-assemblée qui s’est déroulée lundi 29 août au matin . La pré-assemblée a lieu les 29 et 30 août, en amont de la 11ᵉ Assemblée du Conseil œcuménique des Églises (COE) à Karlsruhe, en Allemagne.