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DOV focus on Asia 2005 launched
Posted On 13 April 2005The World Council of Churches' (WCC) Decade to Overcome Violence (DOV) Asia Focus 2005 was formally launched during the 12th General Assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) held in Chiang Mai, Thailand from 31 March to 6 April 2005. "Asia will be the window for the rest of the world…-
God Who Matters
Posted On 11 April 2005God who matters is the latest publication from the CCA. It is a compilation of select ecumenical sermons and lecures, delivered on different occasions by AHN Jae Woong, during his tenure as the general secretary of CCA. "I must acknowledge that this publication was made possible through my… -
Tainan Seminary hosts theological roundtable meeting
Posted On 04 February 2005On January 9-12, a group of representatives of theological movements and associations of theological education in Asia met in Shoki Coe House at Tainan Theological College and Seminary TTCS)in Tainan, Taiwan, to share their assessment of Asian contextual theologies and their dreams of working… -
A new publication
Posted On 03 February 2005A History of the Ecumenical Movement in Asia, Volume II, is a collection of essays, written by a team of distinguished ecumenical leaders and edited by Ninan Koshy, providing invaluable information on and insightful interpretation of the major themes that have enriched the life of the… -
Communique
Posted On 02 February 2005Consultation on ecumenical ministry in post-tsunami situation Thirty-three participants from 14 countries gathered in Sri Lanka from 26 to 30 January 2005 for a Christian Conference of Asia-initiated consultation on the theme "Ecumenical Ministry in Post-Tsunami Situation." Among the participants… -
CCA workshop on post-tsunami situation
Posted On 25 January 2005The Christian Conference of Asia will organise soon a workshop on "Ecumenical ministry in post-tsunami situation." The 27-30 January workshop in Colombo, Sri Lanka is expected to produce a common policy, strategy and some dynamics for ecumenical ministry in the post-tsunami situation in Asia. One… -
KAWTHOOLEI
Posted On 17 January 2005Communiqué from the CCA Workshop on Strengthening Inter-Local Ecumenical Solidarity for Uprooted People 'Kawthoolei' is a Karen word that conveys the sense of an ideal nation- inclusive, just, devoid of evil and oppression, where all of God's creation lives in plurality but in harmony recognising… -
AN APPEAL FROM CCA FOR TSUNAMI VICTIMS
Posted On 30 December 2004Dear friends: The death and destruction across the coastal areas of several south and southeast Asian nations caused by the deadly tsunami triggered by an earthquake off the Sumatra island in Indonesia on the morning after the Christmas Day in 2004 has plunged the entire region in shock and grief… -
A Christmas Message from the Officers of the CCA
Posted On 01 December 2004"Do not be afraid; for see -- I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord." (Luke 2:10-11, NRSV) Just as the first Christmas happened at a time of great fear and uncertainty, so this year's… -
WORLD AIDS SUNDAY
Posted On 18 November 2004"Women and HIV/AIDS: Woman, great is your faith" The World Health Organization declared the first World AIDS Day in 1988. The day, 1 December, quickly became established as one of the world's most successful commemorative days and is now recognized and celebrated by a diverse range of constituents… -
CCA roundtable meeting held in Hong Kong
Posted On 08 November 2004CCA General Secretary Dr Ahn Jae Woong addressing the CCA roundtable meeting on 8 November in Hong Kong. Also seen are member of the CCA Presidium Bishop Joseph Mar Irenaeus (on his right) and CCA Treasurer Israel Paulraj and Associate General Secretary for Finance Prawate Khid-arn on his left… -
Tozanso communique October 2004
Posted On 25 October 2004"Korean peninsula -- A Flashpoint in North East Asia" Participants of the Tozanso meeting Fifty-five church leaders and consultants from nine countries of Asia, Europe and North America met under the auspices of the World Council of Churches (WCC) and the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) at… -
Welcome To CCA Youth Interns
Posted On 21 October 2004The two youth interns have arrived on 18th October 2004. The EGY intern, Sunila Azmat, hails from Lahore, Pakistan. She has Master of Science in Economics. She works as a mathematics teacher in St. Peters School, Lahore. She is an active member of the church youth and church choir at Naulakha… -
Meeting of Asia Secretaries of Ecumenical Partners
Posted On 21 October 2004Hope S. Antone of CCA-FMU attended the meeting of Asia secretaries of ecumenical development agencies and mission organizations on invitation by WCC Asia Desk secretary, Dr. Mathews George Chunakara, at the Ecumenical Centre in Geneva, Switzerland on 10-14 October. She gave a reflection at the WCC… -
A German church delegation on its way to China stops in Hong Kong and visits CCA
Posted On 06 October 2004Delegation of the council of EKD from Germany with the CCA staff. Front(From left): Cora Tabing-Reyes, Rolf Koppe, Kara Huber-Kaldrack, Ahn Jae Woong, Wolfgang Huber, Frauke Hansen-Dix, Alexander Dix, Paul Oppenheim, Michael Lackner, Margit Fleckenstein, Gabi Hettler. Back (From left) Maren von… -
NCC general secretaries' meeting
Posted On 03 October 2004Christians urged to develop Asiatic ecumenical movement CHIANG MAI, Thailand Christians must not only confess faith in a context where their neighbours follow other faiths or no faith, but they must also live the Christian way of life, CCA General Secretary Dr Ahn Jae Woong told a gathering of… -
Chiang Mai Communique
Posted On 24 September 2004General secretaries and representatives of National Councils of Churches and National Christian Councils in Asia, staff of CCA and WCC, and resource persons attended a meeting held from 20-23 September in Chiang Mai, Thailand. (Photo:Philip Mathew) NCC general secretaries issued the following… -
Peace messages to be made available soon
Posted On 19 September 2004HONG KONG Video messages of peace and justice from a group of 13 church leaders and peacemakers from around the world will be webcast and broadcast on Monday 20 September at 12 PM Geneva time. Coming ahead of the International Day of Prayer for Peace called by the World Council of Churches to be… -
Women from the South Call for Alternative Globalization
Posted On 18 September 2004"We are not afraid to say that we live in a time of empire." Thus said a group of church women, feminist economists and women activists from Africa, Asia, Latin America, Caribbean, Middle East and Eastern Europe gathered in Antipolo City, Philippines, on 27-29 August. A group photo at the venue… -
A Statement
Posted On 16 September 2004from a youth consultation on living our faiths in community Young people as peace makers and culture bearers We, 48 participants from Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, Philippines, India, Bangladesh, Taiwan, Indonesia, Hong Kong and America met in Henry Martyn Institute at Aman Shanti Nilayam-…
Recent News
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Asian churches observe Asia Sunday focused on the theme ‘Myanmar: God of Hope, Fill Us with Joy and Peace’
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CCA expresses condolences on the demise of Dr Helen M Hill, a well-known ecumenist, educator, and human rights defender
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Programme Committee sets new priorities and strategies for CCA’s programmes in the next quadrennium
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Programme committee reflects on relevance of CCA programmes amidst changing Asian situation and ecumenical landscapes in Asia
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New CCA Programme Committee begins its first meeting for setting priorities and strategic programme planning
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Servanthood, stewardship, and good governance key to strengthen ecumenical diakonia
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Ecumenical Youth Programme in Indonesia focuses on Eco-Justice and Care for Creation
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Diakonia and Sustainable Development training draws resources and experiences from diverse Asian experiences and theological reflections
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Ecumenical diakonia should be instrumental in developing a coordinated strategy to alleviate sufferings of vulnerable people, says CCA General Secretary
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Asia regional training on ecumenical diakonia and sustainable development commences in Indonesia
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CCA extends congratulations to Christian Commission for Development in Bangladesh (CCDB) on golden jubilee
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CCA urges observance of Asia Sunday -2024 on the theme ‘Myanmar: God of Hope, Fill Us With Joy and Peace’
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CCA Consultation calls for faith communities to intensify voices of PLHIV, advocate for awareness and acceptance
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Representatives of HIV-positive networks, churches, and FBOs dialogue on advancing inclusion in communities
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Asian churches challenged to inspire and achieve shared vision of “zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination, and zero AIDS-related deaths”
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CCA offers prayers and extends condolences over the loss of lives in Taiwan’s earthquake
