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…
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.…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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,…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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,…
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…
