Jesus said to him, “Truly I tell you, this very night, before the cock crows, you will deny me three times.” (Matthew 26:34) Every person has social, political, religious, and…
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Cyclone Freddy, one of the strongest storms ever recorded in the southern hemisphere, hit Malawi and Mozambique, resulting in the deaths of more than 200 people and leaving thousands homeless.…
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Could you be called to participate in Christian formation which contributes to a lifelong involvement in God’s mission through the church? Are you open to a wider vision, deeper commitment,…
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Over the past month, parishes of Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand (PCANZ) affected by the recent Cyclone Gabrielle have pitched in with relief efforts for their communities. Through genLend,…
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The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me; he has sent me to bring good news to the oppressed, to bind up the…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) Members’ Mission Forum (MMF) for the Africa region was held based on the theme “Africa in the context of building the life flourishing societies: Face…
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As part of CWM’s commitment to resourcing the global church by equipping young people, it is launching a creative, hands-on Internship Programme for youths to develop valuable new skills through…
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The General Secretaries of Council for World Mission (CWM) and All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to facilitate ecumenical partnership and engagement in…
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Then Jesus told his disciples, “If any wish to come after me, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. (Matthew 16:24) Why does the Gospel…
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If you are looking for a meaningful career with a bigger sense of purpose, we invite you to be part of our global family of driven individuals to make a difference…
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If you are looking for a meaningful career with a bigger sense of purpose, we invite you to be part of our global family of driven individuals to make a difference…
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We can grow weary from the cumulative impact of global and national crises in recent years as we grapple with Cyclone Gabrielle and sorely tested by challenges such as the…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) held a virtual Board Meeting on Zoom on 20-21 February 2023, gathering its Board Members and management staff for a time of discussion and deliberation…
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United Christian Forum (UCF), a human rights group based in New Delhi, has appealed to the President of India for protection of the constitutional rights of the Christian community, which…
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A dedication service was held to mark the official launch of the CWM’s first Theological Education for an Economy of Life (TEEL) Master of Theology programme on 26 January 2023…
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6 Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of injustice, to undo the thongs of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to…
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The United Congregational Church of Southern Africa (UCCSA) recently held a Consultation in Johannesburg aimed at repositioning and reimagining the ministry and mission of the church in a post-modern context.…
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The first issue of INSiGHT in 2023 arrives amidst fears of a global recession and places the spotlight on “Life-flourishing Creation and Economy, one of the focus areas under CWM’s…
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Church leaders of the Presbyterian Church in Taiwan (PCT) Atayal Presbytery officially presented the Atayal Bible during the 55th Spring Assembly and Thanksgiving Service in Taiwan in 9 February 2023,…
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If you are looking for a meaningful career with a bigger sense of purpose, we invite you to be part of our global family of driven individuals to make a difference…
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“A voice was heard in Ramah, wailing and loud lamentation, Rachel weeping for her children; she refused to be consoled, because they are no more.” (Matthew 2:18) King Herod heard…
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If the whole body were an eye, where would the hearing be? If the whole body were hearing, where would the sense of smell be? (1 Corinthians 12:17) What are…
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Moderator of the United Reformed Church (URC) Rev. Fiona Bennett has released a statement urging churches to pray, reflect and respond around the one-year anniversary of Russia’s military assault on…
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All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. (Acts 2:4, Recommend reading the full text, Acts…
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“What are our visions for the future of theological education in mission in the face of permacrisis?” asked CWM General Secretary Rev. Dr Jooseop Keum during his welcome speech at…
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I want you to know, beloved, that what has happened to me has actually helped to spread the gospel. ~ (Philippians 1:12) I have been through a variety of physical…
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Every year, prisoners in the Netherlands and Dutch people imprisoned abroad are sent an encouraging Easter greeting card, as part of PKN’s Easter greetings campaign. The Lent campaign organised by…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) held its New Year Service with Holy Communion during the staff devotion on 9 January 2023 at 5:00 PM Singapore Time, attended in-person by staff…
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Church of Bangladesh has ordained two women priests, Rev. Suchitra Behera and Rev. Mridula Baidya during an ordination service on 8 January 2023 at The Epiphany Cathedral, Oxford Mission, Barishal,…
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Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. ~ (Hebrews 13:2) Dee came and lived with us for about…
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The United Church of Zambia (UCZ) has launched the Child Protection Safeguarding Policy at UCZ St Paul’s congregation in Lusaka during the Candlelight church service to commemorate the 16 days…
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Greetings of love and peace in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ from the Council for World Mission! I am glad to present the 2023 Sundays with CWM, a…
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On 26 December 2022, Council for World Mission (CWM) General Secretary, Rev. Dr Jooseop Keum visited a memorial altar installed by bereaved families of the victims of the Itaewon disaster…
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A group of up to 20 current and future church leaders will have the opportunity to attend the Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics and Management (GEM School) for an Economy…
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For times like this, the light comes “The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world.” (John 1:9) Post tenebras lux or ‘Light After Darkness’ was…
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Delegates from the Presbyterian Church (USA), Presbyterian Church of Korea (PCK), the Presbyterian Church in the Republic of Korea (PROK), Japan Mission/Kobe Christian Hospital and Yodogawa Christian Hospital gathered for…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) and Global Institute of Theology (GIT)* have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during a Partnership Consultation held on 8-11 December in Singapore. Aimed at…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) renews its call on its member churches to come alongside in solidarity and intercessory prayer for those suffering from the military coup in Myanmar, following…
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Christmas Day Scripture: Philippians 2: 10 – 11 Let us celebrate the coming of God’s Son: Sent to show God’s love Sent with the power of the powerless To the…
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On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure-chests, they offered him gifts of gold,…
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Fourth Sunday of Advent Matthew 1: 18 – 25 Joseph is an odd character in the infancy narratives. When our Christmas celebrations are focused on the immaculate conception of the…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) held a fruitful Core Group Meeting to concretise plans for The Onesimus Project (TOP) from November 28th to December 2nd in London. The meeting commenced…
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Third Sunday of Advent Scripture: Luke 1:46b – 55 The text is commonly known as Mary’s Song of Praise or the Magnificat, from the Latin for ‘magnify’. And rightly so,…
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INSiGHT November arrives during Advent, a time of joyful anticipation to commemorate the arrival of Jesus. Like those who awaited the Messiah to deliver them from oppression, this issue’s spotlight…
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CWM General Secretary Rev. Dr Jooseop Keum paid a visit to the Uniting Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa (UPCSA) and the United Congregational Church of Southern Africa (UCCSA) to express…
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Around 20 Partners-in-Mission (PIMs), Council for World Mission (CWM) Moderator Rev. Lydia Neshangwe and staff attended a virtual gathering on 24 November, which was a platform for the PIMs to…
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Second Sunday of Advent Scripture: Romans 15:4-13 Reflection Paul’s letter to the Romans was a letter written not only to the church at the heart of the Roman Empire, but…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) welcomes two new Mission Secretaries after the Board of Directors approved the appointments during their meeting on 10 – 11 November 2022. CWM General Secretary…
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First Sunday of Advent Scripture: Matthew 24: 36 – 44 When was the last time that you were filled with so much anticipation that you actually thought you might burst…
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The Congregational Christian Church Samoa (CCCS) is seeking a long-term Partner in Mission (PIM) to serve as a Science Teacher in the areas of Physics, Biology or Chemistry. The PIM…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) and All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC) have established an agreement for a Framework of Cooperation (FoC) to further deepen ecumenical collaboration on several programmatic…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) General Secretary Rev. Dr Jooseop Keum honoured the late Prof. Vuyani Vellem during his greetings to the Black Theology of Liberation International Conference at The…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) held its Board Meeting in Singapore on 10-11 November 2022, where its Board Members met in person. It was a fruitful time of discussion, where…
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Former General Secretary of Presbyterian Church of Korea (PCK) Rev. Changbae Byun and Rev. Hyun-shin Joo have visited the Council for World Mission (CWM) office in Singapore to present a…
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24th Sunday after Pentecost Scripture: Psalm 46 We live in a world where suffering from poverty, violence of war, effects of climate change and many other issues have taken toll…
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Council for World Mission (CWM) General Secretary Rev. Dr Jooseop Keum has joined ecumenical partners in urging G20 leaders to take action towards “an economy of life for the benefit…
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Congregational Federation will join thousands of other churches in UK to take part in Safeguarding Sunday on 20 November, a national campaign to raise awareness of protecting vulnerable children and…
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Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost Malachi 4: 1 – 2 On December 31, 1999, many tourists flocked to Fiji to see the first sun rise of the new millennium. My island,…
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Rev. Lydia Neshangwe, Moderator of the Council for World Mission (CWM) delivered a Goodwill Message to the All Africa Youth Congress in Pentecost Convention Centre, Ghana on 1 November 2022,…
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Indian Christian Collective for Justice (ICCJ) has issued a statement urging churches to take concrete action against corruption and abuse of power in churches following the recent arrest of former…