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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…
Month-long ecumenical formation training, Asian Ecumenical Institute – 2024 concludes
Posted On 19 August 2024The Asian Ecumenical Institute (AEI-2024), a month-long ecumenical formation training organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) in collaboration with the World Council of Churches (WCC), concluded with the valedictory ceremony. Twenty-five young Christians from across Asia attended the…
CCA expresses concern over the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh and hopes for the restoration of democracy, peace, and safety at the earliest
Posted On 08 August 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: In light of the escalating violence and political turmoil in Bangladesh, the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary, Dr Mathews George Chunakara, sent a pastoral solidarity message to CCA member churches in Bangladesh and the National Council of Churches in…
Young Christians Commit to Enhancing HIV Advocacy in Asia
Posted On 03 August 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: Asian Christian youth who attended the capacity-building training of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) committed themselves to raising awareness among their peers and promoting HIV advocacy in their local communities. The regional capacity-building training, organised…
CCA mourns the passing of Rev. Dr Dhyanchand Carr, former Secretary for Mission and Evangelism and prominent Indian theologian
Posted On 31 July 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The General Secretary of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) Dr Mathews George Chunakara expressed deep condolences on the demise of Rev. Dr Dhyanchand Carr (86), a prominent Indian theologian and former Secretary for Mission and Evangelism of CCA. A native of Thanjavur…
CCA General Secretary urges Asian churches to increase efforts against child trafficking
Posted On 30 July 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) General Secretary Dr Mathews George Chunakara, in a statement released today, 30 July, on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons-2024, called on churches in Asia to “sensitise and mobilise their communities and maximise their resources…
Capacity building training for young Christians to enhance HIV Advocacy in Asia
Posted On 29 July 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Christian Conference of Asia’s (CCA) Regional Capacity Building Programme ‘Strengthening the Voices of Youth for HIV Advocacy in Asia’ has commenced in Chiang Mai, Thailand with over 70 participants representing churches from across Asia. The three-day capacity building…
Every effort towards preventive diplomacy for defusing tensions in the Korean peninsula needs to be ensured, says CCA General Secretary
Posted On 27 July 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: Reiterating the Christian Conference of Asia’s (CCA) support for Korean churches’ calls for a permanent peace treaty to replace the 1953 armistice, CCA General Secretary Dr Mathews George Chunakara stated, “Every effort towards preventive diplomacy through meaningful dialogue…
Regional capacity building programme for increasing Asian youth participation in HIV Advocacy to begin
Posted On 27 July 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: A regional capacity building programme with focus on strengthening the voices of Asian youth for HIV Advocacy will begin on 29 July, 2024 in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The three-day regional training is part of the Christian Conference of Asia’s (CCA) ongoing special programme, the…
Asian Ecumenical Institute (AEI – 2024) commences
Posted On 22 July 2024Chiang Mai, Thailand: The Asian Ecumenical Institute (AEI), organized by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) in collaboration with the World Council of Churches, commenced on 22 July 2024 at the CCA headquarters on the Payap University campus in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Twenty-five young budding…
Recent News
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CCA General Secretary reaffirms commitment to ecumenical collaboration at FABC Twelfth Plenary Assembly
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Asian Ecumenical Institute 2026 commences at the CCA headquarters
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Month-long Asian Ecumenical Institute 2026 set to begin
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CCA invites applications for virtual workshop on capacity building of youth leadership in ecumenical diakonia
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Installation of Rev. Jung Eun ‘Grace’ Moon as the Eleventh General Secretary of CCA
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CCA honours the leadership and legacy of outgoing General Secretary Dr Mathews George Chunakara
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CCA Executive Committee approves plans for Asia Mission Conference, Platinum Jubilee Celebration, and 16th General Assembly
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CCA calls for prayer and humanitarian support following devastating earthquake in the Philippines
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Church and ecumenical leaders call for a renewed ecumenical vision and a united witness in Asia
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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
