Spotlight
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The School of Intersection Ecotheology and Ecojustice Witness (SIEEW) programme concluded on 30 November in Johannesburg, South Africa with 20 graduates from four of the Council of World Mission’s (CWM) six regions including Africa, Europe, South Asia and the Pacific. Organised by CWM’s Life-Flourishing Creation and Economy programme team, the three-week curriculum that started on 13 November reflects CWM’s commitment to foster a closer integration between theology and the social arena of ecojustice. The SIEEW programme was established to provide a vital platform to cultivate a sense of transformative theological reflection, while supporting praxis-oriented training in developing intersectional approaches to …
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The Council for World Mission (CWM) expresses deepest concern and condemns the South Korean government’s declaration of martial law on Tuesday, 3 December 2024. This action, ironically presented as a measure to protect constitutional democratic order, is a severe violation of the constitutional rights of the South Korean people and threatens the foundations of democracy achieved by people’s blood and sweat. The claim that martial law protects South Korea’s constitutional order is deeply flawed. This declaration contradicts the principles of democracy, including the rule of law and individual freedom. By militarising governance and criminalising legitimate political actions, the government has …
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INSiGHT November highlights peace-building initiatives in Lebanon, Myanmar, South Sudan, Ukraine and the Pacific—regions enduring prolonged conflicts that have brought immense suffering, death, and injustice. This issue also pays tribute to Prof. C.S. Song and Dr Gustavo Gutierrez, pillars of faith whose remarkable legacies continue to inspire life-flourishing communities worldwide. Additionally, read about CWM’s recent visit to the Pacific, a consultation addressing the challenges of modern-day slavery, and more! Be encouraged. Be inspired. Be informed. Welcome to INSiGHT. Download INSiGHT November here!
Member Church News
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The United Reformed Church (URC) will be relaunching its Gaza Appeal initiative in partnership with the Methodist Church in Britain, under the name, “Gaza/Lebanon Justice Appeal”. The project will be …
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Pastors and church officials of the Kiribati Uniting Church (KUC) were involved in a two-day workshop facilitated by the Pacific Conference of Churches (PCC) in collaboration with the KUC. The …
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The Church of South India (CSI) Synod Communications Department organised the second phase of a SIGNALSYNC Workshop on 23-24 October, at the CSI Synod Centre. Building on the foundation set …
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The United Congregational Church of Southern Africa (UCCSA) celebrated Justice Week from 30 September to 6 October. An annual event, Justice Week galvanised the church to bear witness to God’s …
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The United Congregational Church of Southern Africa (UCCSA) concluded its 42nd Assembly with a closing service at the St Mungo’s United Church in Sandton, South Africa. Themed “Empowered by Faith, …
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The South African Faith Communities’ Environment Institute (SAFCEI) hosted a workshop from 27-29 August that sought to enhance environmental advocacy, bringing together faith leaders, activists, and community members to explore …