News Releases
Universal Children’s Day
Posted On 20 November 2012The Christian Conference of Asia requests member churches to pray for the well-being of children all over the world, on Universal Children’s day, celebrated on November 20th every year. This day is recommended by the United Nations and is celebrated globally since 1954. It also commemorates the…-
A Day of Reckoning
Posted On 20 November 2012A Day of Reckoning 14 year old Rishma, her parents, activists and supporters, around the world, found reason to be happy on Universal Children's Day, as news came in about the dismissal of Rishma's case by a Pakistani Court. It has vindicated the stand of thousands of her supporters and has… -
61st General Assembly of The National Council of Churches in Korea
Posted On 17 November 201215 November 2012 The National Council of Churches in Korea (NCCK) will be holding the 61st General Assembly from 18 - 20 November 2012, in Seoul. The theme for the General Assembly will be "God of Life, lead us to justice and peace - for the recovery of the Korean Church’s public image." In a… -
Enthronement of His Holiness Bishop Tawadros II
Posted On 17 November 2012118th Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of All Africa, on the Holy See of Saint Mark The Enthronement of His Holiness Bishop Tawadros II as the 118th Pope of Alexandria and the Patriarch of All Africa, on the Holy See of Saint Mark, is to take place on 18th November 2012, at Saint Mark’s… -
Promoting Ecological Justice: Asian Churches’ Response
Posted On 08 November 2012Consultation on Ecology, Economy and Accountability 31 October-5 November 2012 Participants of a 6-day Consultation on the Asian Churches Response to Promoting Ecological Justice, urged Asian Churches to create awareness about the perils of the ecological crisis among local congregations and… -
An Embodiment of Courage and Conviction
Posted On 08 November 2012Malala Yosufzai A young Pakistani girl, Malala Yosufzai from Swat, was shot in the head, point-blank, by a Taliban gunman. This 14 year-old champion of a girl’s right to self-expression, came to prominence in 2009 at the age of 11, when she started writing a diary for BBC Urdu, about life under… -
Living letters to China Christian Council
Posted On 08 November 201226-28 October 2012 How wonderful it is, how pleasant for God’s people to live together in harmony” says the writer of Psalm 133. This was a faith experience of Rev. Po Kam Cheong, the General Secretary of the Hong Kong Christian Council (HKCC) and Rev. Henriette Hutabarat Lebang, the General… -
‘Human Rights, Protection Mechanisms and Ecumenical Advocacy.’
Posted On 28 October 201220-25 October 2012 Human rights is never partial It is not possible that people demand their individual human rights while neglecting or abusing the human rights of other people or other groups of people. “If the human rights of an individual is violated, it is a violation not only of the human… -
Upcoming Activities
Posted On 20 October 201220-24 October 2012 Training in Human Rights, Protection Mechanisms and Ecumenical Advocacy Bangkok Christian Guest House, Bangkok, Thailand 25-27 October 2012 Workshop on Regional and Global Advocacy on Rights of Domestic Migrant Workers Bangkok Christian Guest House, Bangkok, Thailand 27-30… Ecumenical Enablers Training in Timor Lorosae
Posted On 13 October 2012Ecumenical Enablers Training inspires 'Unity of Churches, more pastoral training, need for a Theological seminary and Bible in native Tetun language'....... An Ecumenical Enablers Training held in Timor Lorosa’e, introduced to participants from the Protestant churches, the ecumenical vision and…-
Vacancy Notice from General Board of Global Ministries (GBGM)
Posted On 01 October 2012BGM is looking to hire an Executive Secretary for Asia Pacific who will be based in Hong Kong. One of the primary responsibilities of this staff is to work with our mission partners in mainland China/Hong Kong/Taiwan, but will also be more broadly engaged in the region. We are looking for someone… -
Letter of Solidarity
Posted On 29 September 2012To: CCA Member Churches and Council in Pakistan Church of Pakistan Presbyterian Church of Pakistan National Council of Churches in Pakistan Dear Friends, It is with great shock and distress that we read about the mounting religious tensions and conflicts in Pakistan. With more and more incidents… -
Demise of His Eminence Archbishop Aghan Baliozian OAM Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Church Australia and New Zealand
Posted On 25 September 2012It is with great sadness that we learned about the untimely demise of His Eminence Archbishop Aghan Baliozian OAM, Primate of the Diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Church of Australia and New Zealand at the age of 66, on September 22, in Sydney. Archbishop Baliozian was held in high esteem both in… -
International Day of Peace Peace Initiatives
Posted On 21 September 2012Global Call for Ceasefire and Non-Violence Every single minute of the day, news papers and newscasts round the world report violence, war and conflict. What is shocking is such violence has a heavy toll on human life, property and the environment. In most cases these… "Christians, the Friends of the Least”
Posted On 21 September 201297th General Assembly in Somang Church, Seoul September 17th to 21st, 2012 The Presbyterian Church of Korea is currently holding its 97th General Assembly in Somang Church, Seoul, from September 17th to 21st, 2012 with the theme: “Christians, the Friends of the Least,” which is inspired by…-
Eve of the International Day of Peace 2012
Posted On 20 September 2012Thinking Peace ...... Let us not use bombs and guns to overcome the world. Let us use love and compassion. Peace begins with a smile. Let us radiate the peace of God and so light His light and extinguish in the world and in the hearts of all men, all hatred and love for power. Today, if we… -
Nurturing a New Generation of Asian Women Theologians Trinity Theological College, Singapore
Posted On 07 September 20123-6 September, 2012 A workshop on Nurturing a New Generation of Asian Women Theologians brought together nine Asian Women Theologians from China, Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore to discuss and reflect on the theme “The Role of Women in the Asian Church: Perspectives from a new… -
“Called to Prophesy, Reconcile, and Heal: Creating Sanctuaries of Life for All”
Posted On 01 September 2012Statement of the Asian Church Leaders Theological Consultation Hsinchu, Taiwan, 22 – 26 August, 2012 Christian Conference of Asia Preamble We, a group of 60 Asian Church leaders, representing member churches and councils of the Christian Conference of Asia and other ecumenical and fraternal… -
Tribute to Cardinal Paul Shan Kuo-Hsi SJ, Bishop Emeritus of Kaohsiung in Taiwan
Posted On 28 August 201223 August 2012 We mourn the sad demise of Cardinal Paul Shan Kuo-Hsi SJ, Bishop Emeritus of Kaohsiung in Taiwan, at the age of 88, after a prolonged battle with cancer. We understand that Cardinal Paul, who was appointed as the first Cardinal in Taiwan in 1998 by Pope John Paul II, focused on…
22 August 2012 CCA Celebrates Ecumenical Thanksgiving service on the 55th Anniversary with Churches in Taiwan…Recent News
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Asia Sunday 2025 with focus on ‘Nicaea-1700: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity’ observed at historic St. Paul’s Cathedral in India
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CCA extends greetings as the Communion of Churches in Indonesia celebrates 75th Anniversary
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“To lead, you may need to suffer,” says Metropolitan Yakob Mar Elias to young seminarians at CCA workshop
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CCA mourns the passing of former Moderator of Church of Bangladesh, Most Revd Michael S. Baroi
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Christian Conference of Asia congratulates new Pontiff Pope Leo XIV
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CCA calls for de-escalation of conflicts and dialogue between India-Pakistan
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CCA expresses grave concern over increasing persecution of religious minorities across South Asia
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CCA mourns the passing of Pope Francis
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CCA urges churches to adopt holistic health approach on World Health Day – 2025
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CCA expresses deep sorrow over Myanmar earthquake, calls for prayers and solidarity
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Asia Sunday-2025 focuses on ‘Nicaea-1700: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity’
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CCA invites applications for Asian Ecumenical Institute - 2025
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International Consultation explores emerging geopolitical reconfigurations and challenges to people’s security in South Asia
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International Consultation on Emerging Geopolitical Reconfiguration in South Asia to begin in Colombo
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CCA affirms commitment to uphold rights and dignity of women on International Women's Day 2025
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In India, WCC general secretary visits church work on education and sustainable agriculture, leads Bible studies
