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General Assembly reviews programmes implemented since 2016, and recommends pathways for the future direction in changing demographic and ecclesial contexts in Asia
Posted On 02 October 2023Kottayam, India: The 15th CCA General Assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) reviewed programmes and activities undertaken by CCA since the post-Jakarta Assembly period, starting from 2016 and until mid-2023, prior to the Kottayam Assembly. During the Deliberative Sessions held on 29…
15th CCA General Assembly Newsletter 02 Oct 2023
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CCA General Assembly participants overjoyed with opportunities and spiritual experiences in worshipping at local congregations on Asia Sunday
Posted On 01 October 2023Kottayam, India: Participants of the CCA General Assembly joined over 70 local congregations in and around Kottayam on Sunday 1 October for a morning liturgical worship and fellowship with members of local congregations belonging to various denominations and confessional families. The local…
‘Churcha’ sessions at General Assembly set priorities, promote accompaniment and engagement for future ecumenical actions
Posted On 01 October 2023Kottayam, India: The General Assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), currently underway in Kottayam from 28 September to 3 October, featured engaging and insightful components by way of the deliberative ‘Churcha’ sessions, which took place on 1 October, Sunday. ‘Churcha’, a local term…
Kerala Chief Minister inaugurates first-ever Asian Ecumenical Festival, as part of CCA General Assembly
Posted On 30 September 2023Kottayam, India: For the first time in the history of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), a special celebration called the ‘Asian Ecumenical Festival’ (AEF) was organised in conjunction with the General Assembly. The Asian Ecumenical Festival was designated as a special time set apart for…
Asian Inter-Religious leaders underscore the necessity of dwelling in harmony
Posted On 30 September 2023Kottayam, India: At a special interfaith panel session during the 15th General Assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), leaders from six religious traditions, namely Buddhism, Christianity Hinduism Islam, Jainism, and Sikhism affirmed the necessity of dwelling in harmony with creation as…
15th CCA General Assembly Newsletter – Day 3, 30 September 2023
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Asian indigenous theologians emphasise renewal and restoration as imperative to affirming God’s will
Posted On 29 September 2023Kottayam, Kerala: Two renowned Asian theologians delivered thematic presentations on ‘Renewal and Restoration of Creation: Affirming the Will of God’ at the second thematic plenary session on the second day of the 15th General Assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA). Thematic…
CCA General Assembly decides on historic step of implementing consensus decision-making
Posted On 29 September 2023Kottayam: The 15th General Assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) in one of the earlier sessions decided to introduce consensus decision-making. As per this historic decision, consensus decision-making in the CCA and the procedures for implementing it in the conduct of meetings are to…
General Secretary’s report to the Assembly highlights Asian ecumenical journey from Jakarta to Kottayam
Posted On 29 September 2023Kottayam, Kerala: Recalling an earlier statement at the beginning of his tenure, the General Secretary of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) Dr Mathews George Chunakara in his report on the second day of the 15th General Secretary of CCA eloquently reiterated that “We need to recover our…
15th CCA General Assembly Newsletter – Day 2, 29 September 2023
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WCC General Secretary Dr Jerry Pillay outlines signs of ‘poly-crisis’ or shocks being faced around the world
Posted On 28 September 2023Kottayam, India: The first thematic presentation of the 15th General Assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) was delivered by Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, the General Secretary of the World Council of Churches, who outlined the signs of the times through the ‘poly-crisis’ or shocks being…
CCA General Assembly opens with spirit of ecumenism in celebrative worship and inauguration ceremony
Posted On 28 September 2023Kottayam, India: The 15th General Assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia opened with celebrative worship and inauguration at Kottayam, Kerala, a citadel of ancient Christianity in India in the afternoon on 28 September 2023. The 15th General Assembly will be anchored on the theme, “God, Renew…
15th CCA General Assembly Newsletter – Day 1, 28 September 2023
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CCA releases ‘From Jakarta to Kottayam’, report of past eight years
Posted On 25 September 2023Kottayam, India: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) released the narrative programme and activity report, ‘From Jakarta to Kottayam', covering the peroid from 2015 to 2023. The comprehensive report provides an account of all programmes and activities undertaken by the CCA since the 14th General…
CCA General Assembly set to begin in Kottayam, India
Posted On 25 September 2023Kottayam, India: The 15th General Assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) is set to commence this week in Kottayam, India, under the theme, “God, Renew Us in Your Spirit and Restore the Creation’. Meeting from 27 September to 4 October, the General Assembly, which normally takes place…
Asia Sunday to be observed in conjunction with 15th CCA General Assembly
Posted On 14 September 2023Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) will observe the Asia Sunday–2023 in conjunction with the 15th CCA General Assembly, on 1 October 2023. The theme of Asia Sunday and the General Assembly is the same; namely, ‘God, Renew Us in Your Spirit and Restore the Creation’. …
CCA urges immediate end to blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh and establish peace with justice in the region
Posted On 18 August 2023Chiang Mai: The General Secretary of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) called for the immediate lifting of the blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh, which has spurred a humanitarian crisis that is affecting over 120,000 individuals, including 30,000 children. Azerbaijan has blocked the Lachin corridor…
CCA strongly condemns violence against Christian homes and churches in Jaranwala, Pakistan
Posted On 17 August 2023Chiang Mai, Thailand: The General Secretary of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), Dr Mathews George Chunakara, strongly condemned the attacks on the churches and homes of Christian families in Jaranwala, Faisalabad district, of the Punjab province in Pakistan. On 16 August, two Christians…
Renowned Asian ecumenical theologian and former Associate General Secretary of CCA, Dr Preman Niles, passes away
Posted On 06 August 2023Chiang Mai: A renowned Asian ecumenical theologian and former Associate General Secretary of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), Dr Preman Niles, passed away in London, UK on 4 August 2023. He was 87 years old. Dr Preman Niles joined the staff of CCA in 1978 as the Executive Secretary for…
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Representatives of international ecumenical and mission organisations examine changing ecclesial landscape and the future of the ecumenical movement
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Church and ecumenical leaders explore wider ecumenism in the context of religious plurality amid regional challenges
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Expansion of Asian Diaspora reshaping mission, identity and Christian unity, say Asian church leaders at international consultation
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“Synodality and ecumenism are inseparable dimensions of the shared Christian journey”, says Archbishop Felix Machado of the Roman Catholic Church
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Church leaders reflect on challenges to ecclesial unity and mission in a changing Asia
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CCA Moderator calls for renewed ecumenical vision amid changing Christian landscape in Asia
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Asian churches called to nurture people-centred grassroots ecumenism and move beyond denominational interests
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CCA Programme Committee reviews the implementation of strategic programme plans
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Church and ecumenical leaders’ international summit to deliberate on emerging ecclesial and ecumenical landscapes in Asia
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Former CCA President Manju Baroi passes away
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CCA observes Asia Sunday-2026 with a focus on hope for the redemption of groaning creation
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CCA to observe Asia Sunday on 17 May 2026
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Sixth leadership training workshop for theological educators of Bible schools based in Mae Sot refugee camps
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Asian youth commit to “break every yoke” and rise as agents of transformation at the close of Fifth AEYA
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Breaking every yoke requires theological renewal, structural transformation, grassroots praxis, and holistic liberation, stresses Filipino theologian Rev. Eric P. Baldonado
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Digital ministry must go beyond content creation to shape identity, values and faith formation, say young Asian communicators at AEYA-2026
