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CCA mourns the passing of former Moderator of Church of Bangladesh, Most Revd Michael S. Baroi
Posted On 19 May 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) expressed condolences on the passing of Most Revd Michael S. Baroi, former Moderator of the Church of Bangladesh (CoB) and the first Bishop of the Diocese of Kushtia. He passed away on 17 May 2025 at the age of 80. Born on 26 October 1944…
Christian Conference of Asia congratulates new Pontiff Pope Leo XIV
Posted On 09 May 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) joins with multitudes of faithful and others across the world in receiving the news of the election of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV with profound joy, and extends sincere congratulations to the Roman Catholic Church on this momentous…
CCA calls for de-escalation of conflicts and dialogue between India-Pakistan
Posted On 08 May 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) expressed deep concern over the escalation of conflicts between India and Pakistan following a deadly terrorist attack in Indian-administered Kashmir and subsequent retaliatory strikes. On 22 April 2025, a terror attack near Pahalgam, a…
CCA expresses grave concern over increasing persecution of religious minorities across South Asia
Posted On 22 April 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) has expressed deep concern over the alarming rise in religious extremism and persecution of religious minorities across South Asia, urging governments to take immediate action to safeguard their rights and freedoms. Recent distressing…
CCA mourns the passing of Pope Francis
Posted On 21 April 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) joins millions of people around the world in mourning the death of His Holiness Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome and Head of the Roman Catholic Church. The Holy Father entered eternal rest on 21 April 2025 at the age of 88. CCA General…
CCA urges churches to adopt holistic health approach on World Health Day – 2025
Posted On 07 April 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: On World Health Day 2025, the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) called for a renewed commitment from churches and communities across Asia to prioritise the health and well-being of mothers and newborns. This year’s theme, “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” draws urgent…
CCA expresses deep sorrow over Myanmar earthquake, calls for prayers and solidarity
Posted On 29 March 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary Dr Mathews George Chunakara has expressed deep sorrow over the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on 28 March 2025. The earthquake, which originated 17 kilometres from the city of Mandalay, has…
Asia Sunday-2025 focuses on ‘Nicaea-1700: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity’
Posted On 25 March 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) will observe Asia Sunday 2025 with the theme ‘Nicaea- 1700: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity’ in conjunction with the commemoration of the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea held in 325 AD. This year’s Asia Sunday will be…
CCA invites applications for Asian Ecumenical Institute - 2025
Posted On 20 March 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia is inviting prospective students to apply for the month-long training programme, the Asian Ecumenical Institute (AEI) – 2025, scheduled to be held from 3 to 30 August 2025 at the Payap University campus in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The Asian…
International Consultation explores emerging geopolitical reconfigurations and challenges to people’s security in South Asia
Posted On 15 March 2025Colombo, Sri Lanka: Against the backdrop of shifting power dynamics, rising strategic security alliances, intensified economic and trade activities, and related challenges, the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) organised an international consultation on “Emerging Geopolitical Reconfiguration in…
International Consultation on Emerging Geopolitical Reconfiguration in South Asia to begin in Colombo
Posted On 10 March 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) is organising an International Consultation on “Emerging Geopolitical Reconfiguration in South Asia: Challenges to People’s Security and Peace with Justice” in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on 13-14 March 2025. The consultation will be held in…
CCA affirms commitment to uphold rights and dignity of women on International Women's Day 2025
Posted On 08 March 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) joins the global community in observing International Women’s Day 2025 under the theme “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” In a statement released on 8 March, CCA General Secretary Dr Mathews George Chunakara…
In India, WCC general secretary visits church work on education and sustainable agriculture, leads Bible studies
Posted On 11 February 2025As part of his visit to India from 8 to 14 February, World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay visited diaconal and educational work of the Mar Thoma Syrian Church and led two Bible study sessions at the Maramon Convention. On 10 February, Pillay, accompanied by…
CCA mourns the passing of Harold Williams, former Communications Secretary
Posted On 10 February 2025Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) received the sad news of the passing of Harold Williams, former Communications Secretary of the CCA. He breathed his last on 29 January 2025 in a hospital in Agra, India, after a long illness. He was 74 years old. Mr Williams joined the…
WCC general secretary addresses 130th Maramon Convention
Posted On 10 February 2025Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay addressed over 100,000 people attending Asia’s largest Christian gathering on 9 February. “What a great witness your presence is, in this gathering of celebration, prayer, Christian unity, and an opportunity to drink from the wells of spiritual blessings,” said Pillay…
CCA reaffirms commitment to human rights advocacy on Human Rights Day 2024
Posted On 10 December 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: On Human Rights Day, observed annually on 10 December, the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to advocating for human rights across Asia. Under the 2024 theme, “Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now”, the CCA called for immediate action to…
CCA urges interim government of Bangladesh to protect religious minorities amidst rising attacks
Posted On 06 December 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) has expressed deep concern over the recent surge in violence targeting religious minorities in Bangladesh, particularly Hindu, Christian, and Buddhist communities. The attacks, which have included assaults on individuals, their residences…
CCA urges churches on International Day of Persons with Disabilities to amplify call for greater disability inclusion
Posted On 03 December 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) observed the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which falls on 3 December every year. In a statement released today, CCA amplified the call for inclusion and leadership of persons with disabilities. Reflecting on this year…
International conference calls for global action to address worsening humanitarian crisis and the prospects for peace with justice in Myanmar
Posted On 03 December 2024Bangkok, Thailand: An international conference organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) on ‘Towards a Global Advocacy for Democratisation, People’s Security, and Peace with Justice in Myanmar’ called for global action to address Myanmar’s worsening humanitarian crisis and the prospects…
CCA observes World AIDS Day 2024 with renewed call to ‘Take the Rights Path’
Posted On 01 December 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) observed World AIDS Day on 1 December 2024 with a resolute reaffirmation of its commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of individuals living with or affected by HIV. The theme of World’s AIDS Day-2024 ‘Take the Rights Path’,…
Recent News
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CCA mourns the passing of former Moderator of Church of Bangladesh, Most Revd Michael S. Baroi
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Christian Conference of Asia congratulates new Pontiff Pope Leo XIV
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CCA calls for de-escalation of conflicts and dialogue between India-Pakistan
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CCA expresses grave concern over increasing persecution of religious minorities across South Asia
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CCA mourns the passing of Pope Francis
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CCA urges churches to adopt holistic health approach on World Health Day – 2025
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CCA expresses deep sorrow over Myanmar earthquake, calls for prayers and solidarity
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Asia Sunday-2025 focuses on ‘Nicaea-1700: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity’
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CCA invites applications for Asian Ecumenical Institute - 2025
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International Consultation explores emerging geopolitical reconfigurations and challenges to people’s security in South Asia
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International Consultation on Emerging Geopolitical Reconfiguration in South Asia to begin in Colombo
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CCA affirms commitment to uphold rights and dignity of women on International Women's Day 2025
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In India, WCC general secretary visits church work on education and sustainable agriculture, leads Bible studies
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CCA mourns the passing of Harold Williams, former Communications Secretary
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WCC general secretary addresses 130th Maramon Convention
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CCA reaffirms commitment to human rights advocacy on Human Rights Day 2024
