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by CWM Communications Team

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  • As the shackles of slavery fall away into history, the legacy of such practices endures as the modern theological world continues to grapple with the lingering impact of such a life-denying practice—an impact still supported by oppressive systems of authority such as patriarchy, empire, religion, market, caste, and prejudice, among others. Be part of a gathering of minds as DARE 2025 invites activists, practitioners, students, and scholars to propose papers for the upcoming DARE forum entitled “Aftermath: Beyond Liberation.” The event will be held in Harare, Zimbabwe, from 27-31 January 2025. The CWM Discernment and Radical Engagement (DARE) forum is a radical …

  • The Council for World Mission (CWM) warmly welcomes two new members joining the Partners in Mission (PIM) programme. The new partners bring with them a wealth of experience in helping PIM establish life-flourishing communities around them. Joining in January 2024 was Prof. Disraeli Hutton, who will be serving at the International University of the Caribbean as dean for Graduate Studies, Research, and Consultancy. Hutton has a wealth of experience in academia which is well-suited for this PIM partnership intended to aid the university in accomplishing its vision of academic excellence, peace-building, and community development. As the Dean, Hutton will have …

  • Fifth in a series of six regional pre-assemblies, the Caribbean Regional Pre-Assembly fostered unity, collaboration, and dialogue within its member churches – the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands and Guyana Congregational Union. The three-day meeting, attended by 20 delegates from the member churches as well as ecumenical partners, was held in Kingston, Jamaica, 12-14 March. The Caribbean region is traditionally the home of liberation theology within the CWM family, and the pre-assembly reinforced this unique identity by maintaining and cultivating new communities where members are empowered to flourish, feel a sense of belonging, and bring hope through …

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