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Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay: “I believe God calls us to serve God’s purpose in the world”

Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, the new general secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC), reflects on the challenges 2023 may bring, how he will relate to WCC member churches, how he plans to include and inspire youth in the ecumenical movement, and what prophetic leadership means to him.

02 February 2023

Students from 19 countries complete ecumenical studies in Bossey

At the graduation ceremony of the World Council of Churches (WCC) Ecumenical Institute at Bossey on 27 January, 27 students received certificates for their completed studies in ecumenism that prepared them to become future leaders and ambassadors of the ecumenical movement.

31 January 2023

WCC extends warm wishes to Rev. Dr Konrad Raiser on his 85th birthday

As former World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Dr Konrad Raiser turned 85 on 25 January, WCC general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay extended warm wishes on behalf of the global WCC fellowship.

25 January 2023

Bossey students embark on study visit to Rome

Students from the World Council of Churches (WCC) Bossey Ecumenical Institute began an 8-day study visit to Rome on 19 January, with a full programme that includes lectures, tours of the Vatican, and opportunities to interact with leaders from the Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity.

23 January 2023

Dr Agnes Abuom reflects on her path out of the WCC—and into bridge-building for the Anglican communion

Dr Agnes Abuom, immediate past moderator of the World Council of Churches central committee, took time to reflect on the deep meaning of her WCC leadership role, and to share Christmas greetings with the fellowship as she moves on to serve as a lay canon with the Anglican communion in Kenya.

30 December 2022

Pandemic and pedagogy: what are the valuable lessons?

Rev. Prof. Dr Benjamin Simon, World Council of Churches programme executive for Ecumenical Theological Education, offered reflections after a December hybrid conference entitled “Theological Education: Pandemic and Pedagogy,” held at the Trinity Theological Seminary in Accra, Ghana. The conference was co-organized by the World Council of Churches (WCC), World Communion of Reformed Churches, Lutheran World Federation, and Evangelische Mission Weltweit. The conference drew more than 80 participants from all over the world.

21 December 2022

Read the latest news from the Ecumenical Institute at Bossey

The latest issue of “Beyond Boundaries,” the annual newsletter of the Ecumenical Institute at Bossey, is now available. Read information about students, faculty, and study courses for each academic year.

21 December 2022

WCC moderator speaks on WCC journey amid difficult budget decisions

World Council of Churches (WCC) moderator Bishop Dr Heinrich Bedford-Strohm, reflecting on the WCC’s important journey amid difficult budget decisions, shares how the ecumenical movement is needed now more than ever to bring hope to the world.

20 December 2022

Background document

Beyond Boundaries - November 2022

November 2022 issue of the annual newsletter of the Ecumenical Institute at Château de Bossey.

19 December 2022

WCC Programmes

Online applications open for interreligious summer course at Bossey

Jews, Christians and Muslims up to the age of 35 years are invited to apply for the 2023 Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Interreligious Studies course. Final submission date for applications is 28 February 2023.

16 December 2022

WCC, Center for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue share visions for justice and peace in Iran

Convening for a 10th round of dialogue, the World Council of Churches (WCC) and the Center for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue met at the Bossey Ecumenical Institute from 4-8 December, sharing their mutual visions for justice and peace in Iran.

09 December 2022

Message

Communique from the 10th Dialogue between WCC and CID

In this divided and troubled world, WCC (World Council of Churches) and CID (Centre for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue) were able to meet for the 10^th Dialogue at The Ecumenical Institute Bossey, Switzerland.

09 December 2022

WCC Programmes

Feature story

A not aspired career that just happened

Attending the worship service on Sundays was often the highlight of the week for Archbishop em. Dr Anders Wejryd when he grew up. It still is. But becoming a priest was not something he envisaged.

30 November 2022

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WCC executive committee concludes meeting with clear path toward peace, justice, and reconciliation

The World Council of Churches (WCC) executive committee, elected during the WCC 11th Assembly, has concluded its first meeting, held 7-12 November at the Ecumenical Institute Bossey and at the Ecumenical Centre in Geneva, Switzerland.

17 November 2022

Faith and Order Commissioners, Photo: WCC

Faith and Order study groups convene to review work, prepare path forward

The study groups of the World Council of Churches (WCC) Faith and Order Commission are convening from 14-16 November at the Bossey Ecumenical Institute.

14 November 2022

Statement: public statement

New and Emerging Technologies, Ethical Challenges (statement)

The Lord loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of his unfailing love (Psalm 33:5)

New technologies are transforming our world and the multiple spaces in which we live, work and witness. These technologies offer us new ways to create, to heal, to communicate, and to navigate the world. However, many such technologies, while undoubtedly offering actual or potential advances in human wellbeing, have also raised concerns regarding their social and environmental impacts and ethical implications, especially in light of the rapidity of their development and application.

12 November 2022

Executive committee

Statement: public statement

Global Health and Wellbeing (statement)

I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. (John 10:10)

When approaching the issue of health and wellbeing, we as Christians and churches affirm that the giver and sustainer of life is our Lord Jesus Christ, the healer of our bodies and souls, the one who heals our diseases, who redeems our life from the pit and crowns us with love and compassion (Ps. 103:3-4).

12 November 2022

Executive committee

Letter

WCC letter of condolences to the Church of Cyprus - Passing of Archbishop Chrysostomos of Cyprus

Archbishop Chrysostomos II, head of the Church of Cyprus died on 7 November at age 81. WCC acting general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Ioan Sauca expressed deep sadness at the loss of Chrysostomos II.

07 November 2022

General Secretary