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In his report to the World Council of Churches (WCC) executive committee, WCC general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay reflected on what it means—amid wars, rumours of wars, violence, trade wars, climate catastrophes, retaliations, and the quest for self-protection and preservation of identity—to be God’s family.

On behalf of the World Council of Churches (WCC), I extend greetings to Buddhist communities and friends around the world for the Buddhist Feast of Vesak.

On behalf of the World Council of Churches (WCC), I extend my greetings to all Muslims across the world on the joyous occasion of the Eid al Fitr. 

“Surely this religion of yours is only one, and I am your Lord, so fear Me [alone].” 

(The Quran, 23: 52)

As people of faith representing diverse traditions, united in our common belief in the sanctity of life and the pursuit of justice, peace, and human dignity, we commend the States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) for your historic commitment and leadership in working toward a world without nuclear weapons. Each signature and ratification affirming this Treaty is an act of courage and beacon of hope, and we applaud you.

The World Council of Churches Office of Interreligious Dialogue and Cooperation, and the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, during an annual meeting held in Rome from 17-20 February, reviewed the impact of past joint initiatives, took note of interreligious activities by the respective entities, explored future joint projects, and laid the groundwork for the 50th anniversary of collaboration between the two offices in 2027.

On behalf of the World Council of Churches, I send warm greetings to Jewish communities around the world as they celebrate Hanukkah.