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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’,…
Asia regional consultation addresses strengthened focus on children's rights and healthcare access
Posted On 01 December 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Asia regional consultation on ‘Towards Enhancing Social Protection Measures for HIV-Affected Children and Teens in Asia’, organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) as part of the Action Together in Combating HIV and AIDS in Asia (ATCHAA) initiative, underscored…
Asia regional consultation focusing on children and teens affected by HIV set to begin
Posted On 27 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The regional consultation focusing on ‘Towards Enhancing Social Protection Measures for HIV Affected Children and Teens in Asia,’ organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), is scheduled to take place from 29 November to 1 December 2024. It will be held at the CCA…
CCA mourns the passing of Dr C. S. Song and reflects on the legacy of a luminary Asian theologian
Posted On 27 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: Rev. Prof. Dr C. S. Song, a renowned theologian and distinguished Professor Emeritus of Theology and Asian Cultures at the Pacific School of Religion, passed away on the morning of 26 November 2024 at the age of 95. Born in Tainan, Taiwan, C. S. Song received his early…
CCA urges member churches and councils to amplify efforts against violence towards women and girls
Posted On 25 November 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: On the 25th anniversary of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) renewed its urgent call to confront the enduring scourge of violence against women and girls (VAWG). In a statement released on 25 November…
Regional women’s consultation calls for transformative action to address gender-based violence and forced migration of women
Posted On 22 November 2024Bangkok, Thailand: The Asia regional consultation on ‘Gender-Based Violence and Forced Migration of Women: Towards Strengthening Gender Justice Advocacy’, which took place from 19 to 21 November 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand, came to a close with participants emphasising the need for collaborative,…
“If violence against women is a disease, we are now declared a pandemic," Yusmiati Vistamika Wangka challenges the feminisation of migration and violence against women
Posted On 22 November 2024Bangkok, Thailand: "If violence against women is a disease, we are now declared a pandemic" stated Yusmiati Vistamika Wangka of the Christian Action Centre for Migrant Domestic Workers in Hong Kong during her presentation on 'Violence Against Women in the Context of Forced Migration'. Ms Wangka…
Asian church women share harrowing instances of violence against women and stress for urgent action to ensure gender justice
Posted On 21 November 2024Bangkok, Thailand: The second day of the Asia regional consultation, organsied by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), on ‘Gender-Based Violence and Forced Migration of Women: Towards Strengthening Gender Justice Advocacy’ featured active and in-depth discussions on the ongoing widespread…
Cambodian churches commit to strengthen united witness and missional engagements through the revamped Kampuchea Christian Council
Posted On 21 November 2024Phnom Penh, Cambodia: The Kampuchea Christian Council (KCC) has entered a new phase in its mission and ecumenical witness. Local church leaders from various provinces of Cambodia who gathered at the General Assembly of KCC affirmed their commitment to strengthen the united witness and missional…
Asian ecumenical women discuss intertwined crises of forced migration and gender-based violence
Posted On 20 November 2024Bangkok, Thailand: Amid the rising challenges of gender-based violence and forced migration of women, the Asia regional consultation of the Christian Conference of Asia’s (CCA) Ecumenical Women’s Action Against Violence (EWAAV) programme is focusing on exploring the Church’s role in amplifying…
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CCA General Secretary urges greater Asian participation and solidarity in Korean Peninsula peace advocacy at WCRC General Council
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CCA General Secretary extends greetings to the 27th General Council of World Communion of Reformed Churches
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“Christ our spiritual compass and hope amidst fear of the present and future”, says WCC General Secretary during ecumenical Sunday service in Myanmar
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WCC and CCA General Secretaries visit Myanmar as part of pastoral solidarity and accompaniment with member churches and ecumenical fraternity
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CCA urges churches to integrate mental health support into humanitarian response on World Mental Health Day 2025
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“As AI and humanoids grow, the boundary between the real and virtual might collapse, and the Church cannot avoid changes in pulpits and pews”, cautions Korean Christian ethicist Yong Sup Song
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Churches in Asia must engage in Christian witness with ethical responsibility, prophetic courage, and theological conviction, observe panelists at CCA study consultation
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AI’s potential to personalise faith and weaken spirituality may lead people to seek guidance from AI rather than the Holy Spirit, observes Korean theologian Yoon-Tae Kim
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“Keep Artificial Intelligence a servant of humanity, not its master”, says Indian scientist at CCA Consultation
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Cohort of CCA’s study consultation searches Imago Dei and Health and Healing Ministry amidst AI developments
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CCA expresses deep sorrow over deadly earthquake in the Philippines
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Delegates at CCA’s study consultation explore new frontiers of AI and its applications at research laboratories in Cyberjaya
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Social and ethical implications of Artificial Intelligence in the context of posthumanism and transhumanism critically analysed on the second day of CCA’s Study Consultation in Malaysia
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Global experts reflect on Cyber Ethics and the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Theology, and Faith
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CCA’s study consultation in Cyberjaya explores the multifaceted intersections of humanoid robotics, artificial intelligence, and human development
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International Consultation on ‘Artificial Intelligence and Posthumanism’ commences in Cyberjaya, Malaysia
