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Christian Conference of Asia supports Armenian church leaders’ appeal for restoration of human rights of the Armenian population in Artsakh
Posted On 08 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary, Dr Mathews George Chunakara, has joined Armenian church leaders in West Asia—His Holiness Catholicos Aram I of the Armenian Church, Holy See of Cilicia; His Beatitude Catholicos-Patriarch Raphaël Bedros XXI of the…
CCA mourns the passing of His Beatitude Catholicos Aboon Mor Baselios Thomas I of the Malankara Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church in India
Posted On 01 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary, Dr Mathews George Chunakara, conveyed his deepest condolences on the passing of His Beatitude Catholicos Aboon Mor Baselios Thomas I, the head of the Malankara Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church in India. After months of…
Asian theologians express the need to read the Nicene Creed in an evolving context and make it more liveable
Posted On 30 October 2024Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: In a communique adopted at the conclusion of the Tenth Congress of Asian Theologians (CATS-X), participants affirmed, “By using the hermeneutical principle of ‘reaching back to move forward’ in revisiting and revitalising the events at the Council of Nicaea 1700 years ago,…
Asian ecumenical response to enduring faith and embracing unity affirmed by Asian theologians on final day of CATS-X
Posted On 29 October 2024Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: The final day of the Tenth Congress of Asian Theologians (CATS-X) opened with the last sub-thematic plenary session on “Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity - Asian Ecumenical Response”. Capturing the commitment of Asian theological voices to address modern challenges, the…
Cybergenic synergy of envisioning humanity and digital wellness bridges the divine and the digital in pursuit of a harmonious future
Posted On 29 October 2024Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: "Cybergenic Synergy: Envisioning Humanity and Digital Wellness" was the focus of the third thematic plenary session of the Asian theologians’ summit held on the fifth day of the Tenth Congress of Asian Theologians (CATS-X). Reflecting on the sub-theme, three academicians…
‘Biocentric Solidarity: Covenantal Bond for Cosmic Wholeness’ renews humanity’s covenant to preserve creation and achieve Oneness
Posted On 27 October 2024Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: The second sub-theme plenary of the Tenth Congress of Asian Theologians (CATS-X) focused on "Biocentric Solidarity: Covenantal Bond for Cosmic Wholeness". The panellists, in unison, affirmed the Nicene Creed's acknowledgement of God as "the maker of heaven, and all things…
CATS-X sub-theme ‘Ecclesial Synchrony: Oneness in Faith, Witness and Withness’ calls to affirm a shared journey of faith in Christ
Posted On 27 October 2024Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Embracing the spirit of CATS-X, the first plenary session on the second day focused on the sub-theme “Ecclesial Synchrony: Oneness in Faith, Witness and Withness”. Three distinguished scholars presented on the importance of ecclesial unity rooted in the Nicene Creed's…
Prominent Asian theologian J. Jayakiran Sebastian calls for reinvigoration of the Nicene Creed to “revisit, re-energise, and revitalise” the Creed as a vision of enduring faith and a path towards unity
Posted On 26 October 2024Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: In the keynote address delivered at the first thematic plenary session of the Tenth Congress of Asian Theologians (CATS-X), prominent Asian theologian Rev. Prof. Dr J. Jayakiran Sebastian posed the question: “Can we just shrug our shoulders and ‘move on’ or should we put our…
The Church can remain one in faith despite the vast diversity, affirm Asian church and ecumenical leaders
Posted On 26 October 2024Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: A solemn ecumenical worship service on 24 October 2024 marked the opening of the Tenth Congress of Asian Theologians (CATS-X) and the commemoration of the 1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA). Held at the historic…
1700th Anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea commemorated in conjunction with the Tenth Congress of Asian Theologians (CATS-X)
Posted On 25 October 2024Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: A special event marking the inauguration of the Tenth Congress of Asian Theologians (CATS-X) and the commemoration of the 1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicaea took place on 24 October 2024, at the Zion Cathedral of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Malaysia (ELCM) in…
CATS-X and Nicaea-1700th Anniversary Commemoration set to commence in Kuala Lumpur
Posted On 18 October 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: Preparations are nearing completion for two significant ecumenical events organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA): The Tenth Congress of Asian Theologians (CATS-X) and the 1700th Anniversary Commemoration of the First Council of Nicaea, which will be held next week…
Myanmar Baptist Church Delegation Visits CCA in Chiang Mai
Posted On 14 October 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The leadership and the core staff team of the Myanmar Baptist Convention (MBC) visited the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) headquarters on the Payap University campus in Chiang Mai, Thailand, today, 14 October 2024, providing an opportunity for interaction, information…
CCA urges church-led action for mental health care on World Mental Health Day-2024
Posted On 10 October 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: In a statement released today, 10 October 2024, for World Mental Health Day, the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) urged churches to lead efforts in promoting mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and providing support to those struggling with mental health challenges…
CCA extends greetings at NCC Korea Centennial Celebration
Posted On 23 September 2024Seoul, South Korea: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary extended greetings and congratulations to the National Council of Churches in Korea (NCCK) on the occasion of its 100th anniversary celebrations held at Yeondong Church, Gimsangok-ro, Seoul, on Sunday, 22 September 2024…
Emerging strategic defense realignment and reconfiguration pose a serious threat to peace and security in Northeast Asia, says CCA General Secretary at the International Conference for the 100th Anniversary of the NCC Korea
Posted On 21 September 2024Seoul, South Korea: The strategic realignment and reconfiguration occurring within the emerging geopolitical context in Northeast Asia pose a serious threat and must be cognized within the broader framework of Asia’s security architecture. This trend has become more evident in the shifting…
CCA reaffirms commitment to cultivating a culture of peace on International Day of Peace
Posted On 21 September 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary Dr Mathews George Chunakara, in a statement released to commemorate the International Day of Peace 2024, reaffirmed CCA’s commitment to cultivating a culture of peace and promoting peace in Asia and beyond. The…
Prospective Indonesian Pastors and Church Leaders trained on Good Governance and Stewardship in Parish Ministry
Posted On 12 September 2024Bandung, Indonesia: Forty prospective pastors and church leaders from theological institutions across Indonesia were trained on good governance and stewardship in parish ministry at a national-level workshop organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) in Bandung, Indonesia. The workshop on…
Interfaith leaders in Indonesia pledge to work towards combating AIDS
Posted On 03 September 2024Jakarta, Indonesia: The Action Together in Combating HIV and AIDS in Asia (ATCHAA) programme of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), in collaboration with the Communion of Churches in Indonesia (PGI) and the Indonesia Interfaith Network on AIDS (INTERNA), organised an interfaith consultation on…
CCA General Secretary urges GRP and NDFP to resume stalled peace negotiations in the Philippines
Posted On 30 August 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary, Dr Mathews George Chunakara, has called for an urgent and renewed commitment to resume the stalled peace negotiations between the Government of the Republic of the Philippines (GRP) and the National Democratic Front of…
CCA mourns the passing of Rev. Saw Shwe Lin, prominent Myanmar church and ecumenical leader
Posted On 27 August 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: Rev. Saw Shwe Lin, prominent church and ecumenical leader and former General Secretary of the Myanmar Council of Churches (MCC), passed away at the age of 59 this morning, 27 August 2024, in Yangon, Myanmar. Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary Dr Mathews…
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