Asia Sunday-2025 focuses on ‘Nicaea-1700: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity’
Chiang 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 observed on 1 June, the Sunday before Pentecost.
“The theme, ‘Nicaea – 1700: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity’, calls for a spiritual pilgrimage to revisit the foundational tenets that have unified and shaped the identity of the Church through the corridors of history, signifying a dual commitment – first, to anchor faith in the Triune God in this challenging epoch, and second, to cultivate a spirit of unity that transcends theological differences and cultural diversities” said Dr Mathews George Chunakara, the CCA General Secretary.
Dr Chunakara further emphasised the significance of the Nicene Creed, stating, “The importance of the Creed in the liturgical life of the churches can be seen in its unifying factor. Every time we recite the Creed, we strengthen our beliefs and enrich our personal and communal identity with Christ. Asian Christians are challenged to forge a collective identity that celebrates diversity while nurturing a shared commitment to the essential tenets of the Christian faith.”
The Council of Nicaea, held in 325 AD, was a pivotal event in Christian history. The Nicene Creed, which emerged from the council, remains a foundational statement of faith for Christians worldwide, providing a common theological framework that has unified believers for centuries.
One of the prayers in the Asia Sunday liturgy expresses this spirit of unity: “Lord of all gifts, we thank you for the diversity among us—the unique talents, perspectives, and experiences that enrich our community. Help us to recognise that these gifts are not for ourselves alone but are given for the good of all. Teach us to live in harmony as members of one body, appreciating the role each of us plays in building a world of justice and peace and fulfilling the calling you have placed on our lives”.
The CCA encourages all member churches, councils, and ecumenical partners to observe Asia Sunday to commemorate the historical legacy of the early Christian church and affirm our faith and unity in God.
The text of the Asia Sunday liturgy can be accessed here:
