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International Day of Human Rights
Posted On 10 December 2013It is appropriate that on the 65th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal declaration of Human Rights people around the world are celebrating the life of Nelson Mandela. We find ourselves in situations of conflict and human rights abuses all over the world. We look to the ongoing situation in…-
Asian Movement for Christian Unity (AMCU)
Posted On 08 December 2013COMMON STATEMENT OF THE SIXTH MEETING OF THE ASIAN MOVEMENT FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY (AMCU VI) The sixth meeting of the Asian Movement for Christian Unity (AMCU) was held at the Bangkok Christian Guest House, Thailand from 3rd - 5th December, 2013 attended by 37 Participants representing the Christian… -
World AIDS Day in Myanmar
Posted On 08 December 2013COMMEMORATION OF WORLD AIDS DAY 2013 IN MYANMAR Community Networks Consortium on HIV in Myanmar invited the public to commemorate World AIDS Day 2013 on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at People's Park San Chaung Tha Stage in Yangon frim 1-6 pm. On her brief visit to Myanmar, Rev Dr Henriette Hutabarat… -
CCA Mourns the Passing Away of Nelson Mandela
Posted On 06 December 2013Nelson Mandela Passes Away Christian Conference of Asia mourns the passing away of Nelson Mandela, the father of modern South Africa, and iconic leader of the anti-apartheid movement, on 5th December 2013, at the age of 95, after a long illness. We are thankful that his last hours were spent… -
AN AIDS FREE WORLD: A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY
Posted On 30 November 2013WORLD AIDS DAY 2013 “Shared Responsibility: Strengthening Results for an AIDS-Free Generation.” World AIDS Day is “a time to reflect on, and celebrate, how far we have come in the fight against AIDS—and also to recognize how far we have to go. The response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic over the past… -
Orange the World in 16 days
Posted On 26 November 2013"I welcome the chorus of voices calling for an end to the violence that affects an estimated one in three women in her lifetime. I applaud leaders who are helping to enact and enforce laws and change mindsets. And I pay tribute to all those heroes around the world who help victims to heal and to… -
Witnessing the Christ of Justice and Peace
Posted On 25 November 2013Ecumenical Enabler's Training: Witnessing the Christ of Justice and Peace Kathmandu, 24-26 November 2013 An Ecumenical Enabler’s Training is being conducted at Kathmandu, Nepal from 24-26 November 2013. This workshop, that is jointly organized by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) and the… -
Lets Keep Them Smiling
Posted On 20 November 2013UNIVERSAL CHILDREN'S DAY: Stop Violence against Children 20 November 2013 As the world marks Universal Children’s Day - the anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child - UNICEF is urging a much stronger light be shone on the millions of children in every country and at every level… -
Celebrating 50 years of NCC Philippines
Posted On 16 November 2013Congratulations and best wishes to the National Council of Churches in the Philippines as they celebrate their Golden Jubilee year. This is a message from Rev. Dr. Henriette Hutabarat Lebang, General Secretary of the CCA, in celebration of 50 years of ecumenical solidarity. SOLIDARITY MESSAGE It… -
CCA Expresses Solidarity with Typhoon Victims
Posted On 13 November 2013Pastoral letter to the Member Churches in the Philippines November 12, 2013 Dear Friends, We are shocked and deeply saddened at the loss of lives and the massive destruction that was caused by super typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) in the Philippines, particularly in the coastal city of Tacloban in Samar… -
A Prayer for The Philippines
Posted On 08 November 2013A Moment in Prayer : On the trail of Typhoon Haiyan The CCA and the participants of the 10th Assembly of the World Council of Churches remembered in prayer, our brothers and sisters in Central Philippines, who have been affected by Typhoon Haiyan. We pray for the people stranded in the hardest hit… -
Uniting In Prayer
Posted On 04 November 2013Uniting in Prayer is an interactive exhibit that is the brainchild of Mr. Adam Royston from CCA. Many participants who visited the Madang were attracted to this 2×1 meter Map of Asia where they could post prayers for an Asian country. -
Launching of "Asian Politics and Ecumenical Vision"
Posted On 04 November 2013Asian Politics and Ecumenical Vision: a collection of selected writings of Dr. Feliciano V. Carino, was released on 1st November 2013, at a simple and brief function at the CCA Madang, during the 10th WCC Assembly at Busan in South Korea. The book, edited by Philip L. Wickeri and Marina True, with… -
X WCC Assembly: Asia Plenary
Posted On 02 November 2013Photo: Dr. Henriette H. Lebang at the Asia Plenary and the the performance of Youth from NCC Philippines Asia Shares Aspirations for Justice and Peace at the WCC Assembly 01 November 2013 The Asia region shared current realities through churches’ voices, cultural symbols and artistic performances… -
Life, Justice and Peace at the CCA Madang
Posted On 02 November 2013The CCA Madang at Busan Assembly Greetings from the most happening place in Asia… Busan, South Korea! The much awaited Tenth Assembly of the World Council of Churches was inaugurated in style with a picturesque and well-choreographed display of a dance drama on the History of Korea, on the… -
52nd General Assembly of the Korean Christian Church in Japan
Posted On 25 October 2013The 52nd General Assembly of Korean Christian Church in Japan (KCCJ) was held from October 14-16, 2013 in Nagoya. Rev. Dr. H H. Lebang, represented Christian Conference of Asia at the Assembly. KCCJ, which celebrated its 100th year in October 2008, traces its history to 1908, when Korean students… -
CCA Announces Launch of Books on HIV and AIDS
Posted On 25 October 2013Christian Conference of Asia announces the launching of two books on HIV and AIDS on November 4th at the CCA Madang from 3.45 pm to 4.15 pm. "Living, Not Just Existing" is a collection of stories of brothers and sisters living with HIV and AIDS, and their struggle to live meaningful lives amid the… -
A TIME FOR PEACE
Posted On 25 October 2013Christian Conference of Asia announces the launching of : "A TIME FOR PEACE : Towards Reconciliation and Peace in Sri Lanka" on November 5th at the CCA Madang from 3.45 pm to 4.15 pm, during the WCC Assembly at Busan. A Time for Peace is a collection of essays that contemplates on peace and… -
Massive Earthquake in Bohol and Cebu, Philippines
Posted On 15 October 2013CCA is sad and concerned at the news of the 7.2-magnitude earthquake that struck the central island of Bohol on Tuesday morning, leaving more than 70 dead, toppling buildings and historic churches and sending terrified residents into panic. We are very distressed to know that extensive damage also… -
Life Giving Agriculture at Busan
Posted On 11 October 2013Towards BUSAN 3rd Asian Life-Giving Agriculture Forum 2013 2-8 November 2013 Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) and Korean Christian Life Giving Agriculture Forum (KCLGAF) will be jointly organizing the 3rd Asian Life-Giving Agriculture Forum 2013, from 2-8 November 2013, at Dandelion Community…
Recent News
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CCA extends greetings to Ninth General Assembly of the Igreja Protestante Iha Timor Lorosa’e (IPTL)
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CCA expresses condolences to the families of Asian migrants died in the devastating fire in the Mangaf area in Kuwait
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Mar Thoma theological students conference reflects on good governance, integrity leadership and stewardship in parish ministry
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CCA and Senate of Serampore joint programme aims at training prospective church leaders in good governance and stewardship in pastoral ministry
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Asian Ecumenical Migrants Advocacy Network Consultation strategises Churches’ engagement with issues of migration and trafficking in persons
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Christian Conference of Asia condemns the brutal violence against Christians and churches in Sargodha, Pakistan
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Asian Theologians’ Summit CATS-X focuses on ‘Echoes of Nicaea: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity - Asian Ecumenical Response’
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Cambodian church leaders affirm commitment to strengthen ecclesial and ecumenical unity
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Asian Ecumenical Institute (AEI) – 2024 will jointly be facilitated by CCA and WCC
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Ecumenical Youth Leadership Development Training in Lao People’s Democratic Republic
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Asian churches observe Asia Sunday focused on the theme ‘Myanmar: God of Hope, Fill Us with Joy and Peace’
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CCA expresses condolences on the demise of Dr Helen M Hill, a well-known ecumenist, educator, and human rights defender
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Programme Committee sets new priorities and strategies for CCA’s programmes in the next quadrennium
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Programme committee reflects on relevance of CCA programmes amidst changing Asian situation and ecumenical landscapes in Asia
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New CCA Programme Committee begins its first meeting for setting priorities and strategic programme planning
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Servanthood, stewardship, and good governance key to strengthen ecumenical diakonia
