World Council of Churches by Joanna Hughes https://padlet.com/berkhamsted/yuc7rtqamrwh27za en-us 2024-10-06 19:45:32 UTC 2024-10-15 14:21:48 UTC hello@padlet.com how was it founded? https://padlet.com/berkhamsted/yuc7rtqamrwh27za/wish/3170359046 when?

23 august 1948

who?

charles brent, nathan soderblom

purpose?

the goal of visible unity in one faith and one eucharistic fellowship

promote their common witness in work for mission and evangelism;

engage in Christian service by serving human need, breaking down barriers between people, seeking justice and peace, and upholding the integrity of creation;

foster renewal in unity, worship, mission and service

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  • Diakonia  is the care that Christians offer to their fellow humanity, modelled on Christ’s compassion, example and teachings

  • Togetherness towards life is there affirmation

    • ]]>     2024-10-15 14:18:49 UTC https://padlet.com/berkhamsted/yuc7rtqamrwh27za/wish/3170360859     projects and campaigns https://padlet.com/berkhamsted/yuc7rtqamrwh27za/wish/3170364004

  • Urging for ceasefire in genocide in Gaza and now Lebanon

  • Women's rights training advocacy

  • Campaign of Hope- Mental Health

  • Food for life campaign.

  • Frequent committee meetings around the world

    • ]]>     2024-10-15 14:20:27 UTC https://padlet.com/berkhamsted/yuc7rtqamrwh27za/wish/3170364004     If it is a Christian organisation what Christian teachings/beliefs is the organisation guided by? https://padlet.com/berkhamsted/yuc7rtqamrwh27za/wish/3170366587 It is religious, all WCC programmes aim to support a number of different Christian churches and partners to journey together, promoting justice and peace in our world as an expression of faith in the Triune God.

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