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WCC and Church leaders warn of deteriorating situation in South Sudan

Statement challenges government to end war, laments ‘narrowing’ space for civil society to speak out

27 May 2015

WCC: Ecumenical efforts in Ukrainian peace process continue

Fragile cease-fire tested daily by violence in eastern part of the country

20 May 2015

Abp Welby: 70 years later, gratitude for victory and reconciliation

VE Day sermon underlines that, in the struggle for reconciliation, nothing can separate us from the love of Jesus Christ

11 May 2015

USA: WCC general secretary preaches at Armenian genocide commemoration

Homily in Washington DC’s National Cathedral highlights commitment to addressing crimes against humanity

08 May 2015

Japanese Anglicans among those opposing new US military base

Okinawa Christian Council Committee statement cautions against use of force to ensure peace

07 May 2015

WCC calls for day of prayer for South Sudan

Churches invited to set aside Sunday, 10 May to pray for peace process

05 May 2015

WCC ecumenical officers meet to strengthen 'pilgrimage of justice and peace'

Seven Anglican Communion representatives take part in Ecumenical Officers Network meeting

01 May 2015

Archbishop Justin Welby statement on Gallipoli Campaign Centenary

Archbishop attends UK-led commemoration ceremony at the Cenotaph in London.

27 April 2015

Desmond Tutu, 'terrorist's son' Zak Ebrahim: how religion drives their work for peace

Very different experiences of religion inspired them to dedicate their lives to effecting change

20 April 2015

Church leaders in South Sudan unite to urge peace now

World Council of Churches, South Sudan Council of Churches convene meeting to look for fresh ways forward

17 April 2015