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# World Methodist Council

The World Methodist Council is made up of 80 Methodist, Wesleyan and related Uniting and United Churches representing over 80 million members in 138 countries.

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- [Epiphany in Times of War: Discerning the Light Amid Violence](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2026/02/03/epiphany-in-times-of-war-discerning-the-light-amid-violence/) - As the end-of-year celebrations conclude—marked by the joy of Christmas, family gatherings, gratitude for the year that ends, and the desire to begin a better one—the Christian community does not close the festive cycle but rather enters a season of deep contemplation and spiritual preparation. Having celebrated the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, the Church
- [H E Dr. Fatou Bensouda Acceptance Speech of the 2025 World Methodist Council Peace Award](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/09/03/h-e-dr-fatou-bensouda-acceptance-speech-of-the-2025-world-methodist-council-peace-award/) - BENSOUDA_Peace Award Speech 2025Download
- [Peace Agreement for the situation in Gaza](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/10/09/peace-agreement-for-the-situation-in-gaza/) - The WMC General Secretary expresses hope for the Peace Agreement for the situation in Gaza: We prayed, and continue to pray for peace and for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. I welcome the possibility of peace that these negotiations represent and pray that they may last. May the negotiations bring an end to the attack
- [Webinar: "We believe in God, Maker of Heaven and Earth…" – Confessing, celebrating, and working together as members in God's household](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/09/24/webinar-we-believe-in-god-maker-of-heaven-and-earth-confessing-celebrating-and-working-together-as-members-in-gods-household/) - In partnership with Christian world communions, the World Council of Churches (WCC) Faith and Order Commission presents a webinar on 29 September from 14:00–15:30 Geneva time exploring the shared calling as stewards of creation. This conversation brings together voices from Latin America, Aotearoa New Zealand, the Pacific, and North America that will share how marginalized
- [Conversation with the Methodist Liaison Office in Jerusalem](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/09/23/conversation-with-the-methodist-liaison-office-in-jerusalem/) - Please Join Us! Conversation w/ Rev. David Hardman & Ms. Samar Hashweh of the Methodist Liaison Office in Jerusalem via Zoom on Wednesday, September 24th, 8:00am US Eastern Time or 3:00pm Jerusalem Time. The Methodist Liaison Office in Jerusalem is a partnership of the World Methodist Council, the Methodist Church in Great Britain and The
- [A WESLEYAN RESPONSE TO NICAEA: REFLECTIONS ON FAITH, UNITY, AND MISSION](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/09/03/a-wesleyan-response-to-nicaea-reflections-on-faith-unity-and-mission/) - 202505_Booklet_Nicaea_Webinars-final-2 (1)Download
- [Prayer Partner Project](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/09/09/prayer-partner-project/) - The Education and Theological Education Committee of the World Methodist Council invites you to become a part of the upcoming Prayer Partner Project! Check out more about the project and the opportunities it brings through the button below! Prayer Partner Project Returns in 2025!
- [New International Financial and Economic Architecture: Faith-based Perspectives on Financing the Future](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/06/29/new-international-financial-and-economic-architecture-faith-based-perspectives-on-financing-the-future/) - On behalf of our Living Planet - Economic and Ecological Justice, the World Council of Churches (WCC),together with partner organisations, invites you to attend the upcoming online side-event: New International Financial and Economic Architecture: Faith-based Perspectives on Financing the Future Tuesday 1st July, from 12:30 to 14h00 CET The World Council of Churches, together with partner organisations, will co-host
- [WesleyMen Lenten & Easter Devotionals 2025](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/03/03/wesleymen-lenten-easter-devotionals-2025/) - ON THE MOVE Contributors: Receive The Weekly Offering: Read More
- [6th Meeting of the Ecumenical Panel on NIFEA Pastoral Letter](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/04/22/pastoral-letter-on-the-communique/) - 6thMeetingOfTheEcumenicalPanelOnANIFEA_Letter_Final_0Download
- [Communique from the 6th Meeting of the Ecumenical Panel on a NIFEA    ](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/04/22/communique-from-the-6th-meeting-of-the-ecumenical-panel-on-a-nifea/) - 6thMeetingOfTheEcumenicalPanelOnANIFEA_Communique_FinalDownload
- [12 Christian World Communions Issue Letter marking the Joint Celebration of Easter 2025 and the 1700th Anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council at Nicaea](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/04/16/12-christian-world-communions-issue-letter-marking-the-joint-celebration-of-easter-2025-and-the-1700th-anniversary-of-the-first-ecumenical-council-at-nicaea/) - 12 Christian World Communions have issued a message to mark the shared date of Easter in 2025 by all Christians, in conjunction with the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council at Nicaea. The message seeks to bear witness to the Resurrection of Christ and has been signed by General Secretaries and ecumenical representatives of
- [Young Adults Pilgrimage of Peace](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/02/18/young-adults-pilgrimage-of-peace/) - YAPP FlyerDownload
- [WMC Webinars on NICAEA 2025 - 1700th Anniversary](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/02/05/wmc-webinars-on-nicaea-2025-1700th-anniversary/) - WMC Nicaea Webinar Flyer 2025 finalDownload
- [A Memorandum of Understanding between the World Methodist Council and the Trustees of Wesley House Cambridge](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/01/21/a-memorandum-of-understanding-between-the-world-methodist-council-and-the-trustees-of-wesley-house-cambridge/) - WMC WH 09.12Download
- [A ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas is hoped to start on Sunday 19th January 2025](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2025/01/16/a-ceasefire-agreement-between-israel-and-hamas-is-hoped-to-start-on-sunday-19th-january-2025/) - We prayed for peace. We protested and demonstrated walking the streets of many cities asking for a ceasefire. Although much delayed, it is on its way. All being well, the ceasefire will start on Sunday 19th January 2025. We hail the prospect of a halt on the onslaught on Gaza and the release of hostages.
- [GEM School - August 18-29, 2025:                                             Equipping Faith Leaders for Economic and Ecological Justice](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/12/31/gem-school-august-18-29-2025-equipping-faith-leaders-for-economic-and-ecological-justice/) - The World Methodist Council cooperates with the World Council of Churches, the WorldCommunion of Reformed Churches, the Lutheran World Federation and the Council forWorld Mission in the NIFEA Initiative. NIFEA stands for “New International Financial andEconomic Architecture” towards an economy for life, which is grounded in the biblical callfor justice, compassion, and care for creation.
- [Prayers and Peace in Nigeria UMC](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/12/24/prayers-and-peace-in-nigeria-umc/) - Scan_20241223_162816Download
- [World Methodist Council Christmas 2024 ](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/12/20/world-methodist-council-christmas-2024/) - Peace on EarthWishing you a Merry Christmas Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett (President)Rev. Dr. Reynaldo Ferreira Leao Neto (General Secretary)World Methodist Council Christmas 2024
- [South Korea - In Solidarity](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/12/11/south-korea-in-solidarity/)
- [STATEMENT ON RACISM IN ALL ITS FORMS](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/12/05/statement-on-racism-in-all-its-forms/) - World Methodist Council STATEMENT ON RACISM IN ALL ITS FORMSAt its meeting in Gothenburg, Sweden, August 18th, 2024, the World Methodist Council expressed its absolute rejection of Antisemitism, Islamophobia and other forms of Racism and Xenophobia.It urges all people of Methodist and Wesleyan heritage to resist any expression of such prejudice and bias, whether in thought,
- [Christmas Celebrations: Stories of Faith, Tradition, and Hope from Young People Around the World](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/12/03/christmas-celebrations-stories-of-faith-tradition-and-hope-from-young-people-around-the-world/) - As Christmas draws near, youth and young adult within the World Methodist Council are preparing to celebrate in ways that reflect both their faith and vibrant local cultures. Across the globe, these celebrations vary widely—from worship services and festive gatherings to acts of service and unique regional traditions. To honour this diversity, we launched an
- [A Call to Prayer and Action - WesleyMen](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/10/07/a-call-to-prayer-and-action-wesleymen/) - A Call to Prayer & Action We, the World Fellowship of Methodist and Uniting Men, commonly known as WesleyMen, an affiliate of the World Methodist Council representing 80 million members in 138 countries, call upon Methodists to join us in praying for the people of Western North Carolina and across the Southeastern United States who
- [Resolution on Israel and Occupied Palestinian Territories and Supporting Letter](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/09/05/resolution-on-israel-and-occupied-palestinian-territories-and-supporting-letter/) - GEN 02 - APX 01 Israel-OPT revisedDownload
- [NIFEA Resolution](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/09/05/nifea-resolution/) - GEN 04 - APX 02 NIFEA ResolutionDownload
- [Resolution from the Second WMC Consultation on Migration in Manila, Philippines](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/09/05/resolution-from-the-second-wmc-consultation-on-migration-in-manila-philippines/) - GEN 04 - APX 01 Manila ResolutionDownload
- [1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea AD 325](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/09/05/1700th-anniversary-of-the-council-of-nicaea-ad-325/) - GEN 02 - Apx 05 - Nicaea ResolutionDownload
- [Resolution on WMC Visa Denials](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/09/05/resolution-on-wmc-visa-denials/) - GEN 02 - Apx 07 Visa ResolutionDownload
- [Resolution on the Korean Peninsula](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/09/05/resolution-on-the-korean-peninsula/) - GEN 03 APX 02 Resolution on the Korean PeninsulaDownload
- [Resolution on Ukraine](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/09/05/resolution-on-ukraine/) - GEN 02 - Apx 04 Resolution on UkraineDownload
- [Resolution on Sudan](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/09/05/resolution-on-sudan/) - GEN 02 – Apx 03 - Sudan ResolutionDownload
- [Taiwan Statement](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/04/04/taiwan-statement/) - On behalf of the World Methodist Council, General Secretary Ivan Abrahams offers prayers and condolences to the people of Taiwan and their loved ones following the severe earthquake there on 3 April 2024. He calls on all people, and especially the Methodist family, to remember those affected by this 7.2 magnitude earthquake. Death and destruction are
- [IAMSCU International Meeting                                                       Gothenburg, Sweden | August 11-13, 2024](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/04/03/iamscu-international-meeting-gothenburg-sweden-august-11-13-2024/) - Program-IAMSCU-Gothenburg-Draft12
- [2024 Easter Greeting from The World Methodist Council Management Team!](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/03/22/2024-easter-greeting-from-the-world-methodist-council-management-team/)
- [Statement on Ukraine/Russia](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/03/17/statement-on-ukraine-russia/) - The Management Team of the World Methodist Council, meeting in CapeTown, South Africa, on March 11 th /12 th , has noted with deep concern the secondanniversary of the war initiated by an unprovoked attack on Ukraine by Russiain February 2022. Recognising that the history of the region is long and complex, and that nothingbut
- [Statement on the situation in the Middle East](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/03/17/statement-on-the-situation-in-the-middle-east/) - The Management Team of the World Methodist Council, meeting in CapeTown, South Africa, on March 11th/12 th , calls on Methodists world-wide to joinin prayer for the people of Gaza, the occupied Palestinian territories and Israelat this time of unprecedented and deepening crisis. We condemn unequivocally the indiscriminate killing by Hamas of innocentIsraeli civilians and
- [Pilgrimage to Palestine](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2024/01/31/pilgrimage-to-palestine/) - 2024_01_07STPg008-Insight-ver6
- [Christmas Greetings](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/12/15/christmas-greetings/)
- [WMC STATEMENT ON ISRAEL-GAZA WAR](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/11/20/wmc-statement-on-israel-gaza-war-2/) - The World Methodist Council (WMC) joins the call of the United Nations secretary-general, theWorld Health Organization, the World Food Programme (WFP), International Red Cross, ReligiousBodies and other International Agencies for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war. We believe in the universal values of peace, justice and equality and decry the violence as Israelcontinue to
- [WMC STATEMENT ON ISRAEL-GAZA WAR](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/11/20/wmc-statement-on-israel-gaza-war/) - The World Methodist Council (WMC) joins the call of the United Nations secretary-general, theWorld Health Organization, the World Food Programme (WFP), International Red Cross, ReligiousBodies and other International Agencies for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war.We believe in the universal values of peace, justice and equality and decry the violence as Israelcontinue to dispense
- [Joint NIFEA Letter to the United Nations General Assembly](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/10/24/joint-nifea-letter-to-the-united-nations-general-assembly/) - 2023-10-16-Joint-NIFEA-letter-UNGADownload
- [“On The Move” -                                                                                              Second World Methodist Council Consultation on Migration September 4-7, 2023, in Manila, Philippines](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/09/22/on-the-move-second-world-methodist-council-consultation-on-migration-september-4-7-202/) - On September 4-7, 2023, a group of about 25 people representing various member churches of theWorld Methodist Council (WMC) and all the world regions gathered in Manila, Philippines. Hostedby the Global Ministries Regional Office and The United Methodist Church in the Philippines andmeeting in Shalom Hotel in Malate, Manila, owned by the United Church of
- [A Statement of the Second Consultation on Migration of the World Methodist Council](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/09/18/a-statement-of-the-second-consultation-on-migration-of-the-world-methodist-council/) - “I was hungry and you gave me food to eat. I was thirsty and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” (Matthew 25:35, CEB) “He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.” (Maori proverb) Translation: “What is the most important thing in the
- [Praying and Acting Together](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/08/28/praying-and-acting-together/) - WEEKEND OF PRAYER AND ACTION AGAINST HUNGER October 14-16,2023 under the theme: SHARING FOOD WITHTHE HUNGRY with reference to Isaiah 58:6-12. The World Methodist Council represented by GenevaSecretary Rosemarie Wenner has been playing an active role in working on a liturgy for localcongregations, study material on the 10 Commandments of Food, including a child friendly
- [Lifting Libya up in prayer](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/09/13/lifting-libya-up-in-prayer/) - The WMC General Secretary Bishop Ivan Abrahams calls on Methodists and all people everywhere to lift Libya up in prayer, following the very devastating flooding and dam breaks there. We urge prayers not only for injured and those mourning the loss of their loved ones but also a way forward for this hurting country and
- [Morocco earthquake - General Secretary offers condolences and solidarity](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/09/11/morocco-earthquake-general-secretary-offers-condolences-and-solidarity/) - The powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake near Marrakech late Friday night caused significantdevastation. The death toll has now surpassed two thousand, with thousands more injured. Bishop Ivan Abrahams, General Secretary of the World Methodist Council, offered heartfeltcondolences to the bereaved families and solidarity with the people of Morocco. "I amdeeply saddened, and my heart goes out
- [Working towards an Economy of Life –                                  Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics and Management](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/09/10/working-towards-an-economy-of-life-ecumenical-school-on-governance-economics-and-management/) - Aptly set in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – a city of socio-economic contrasts – from 21 August to01 September 2023, the 6th edition of the Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics andManagement for an Economy of Life (GEM School 2023) gathered 24 participants tocollectively re-think economics for a more equitable and sustainable planet. For the secondtime the
- [Statement on the Fourth Roundtable for Peace on the Korean Peninsula](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/08/31/statement-on-the-fourth-roundtable-for-peace-on-the-korean-peninsula/) - How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who announces peace, who brings good news, who announces salvation, who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.” (Isa 52:7) Context and background In alignment with the spirit of the Tozanso process and Glion consultation, Methodist churches worldwide have maintained a steadfast commitment to fostering
- [WORLD METHODIST COUNCIL MOURNS THE DEATH OF BISHOP SUDARSHANA DEVADHAR](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/07/21/world-methodist-council-mourns-the-death-of-bishop-sudarshana-devadhar/) - Photo credit: https://www.umc.org/
- [World Methodist Council Statement on the death of His Eminence Dr. Sunday Coffie Mbang](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/05/18/world-methodist-council-statement-on-the-death-of-his-eminence-dr-sunday-coffie-mbang/) - A big tree has fallen in the Methodist forest! It was with sadness that the President and Officers of the World Methodist Council learned of thepassing of His Eminence Sunday Coffie Mbang on 16th May 2023 at the age of 86. Sunday Mbang was a man of unusual courage and steadfast principles. His visionary leadershipgifts
- [Condolences to General Secretary Ivan Abrahams and his wife Esme](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/05/03/condolences-to-general-secretary-ivan-abrahams-and-his-wife-esme/) - The World Methodist Council extends sympathy and condolences to General Secretary Ivan Abrahams and his wife Esme upon the recent loss of her sister Pamela Veronica Fester. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Freda Mostert. After a brief battle with cancer she departed this life on Saturday 22 April at the age
- [Online Consultation on the Converging Food and Debt Crises on Wednesday,12 April, 2023 from 14h00 to 16h30 CET](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/04/10/online-consultation-on-the-converging-food-and-debt-crises-on-wednesday12-april-2023-from-14h00-to-16h30-cet/) - Together with the All Africa Conference of Churches, Council for World Mission, FIANInternational, Lutheran World Federation, Organisation of African Instituted Churches, WorldCommunion of Reformed Churches, and World Council of Churches, the World Methodist Councilis organizing a Online Consultation on the converging food and debt crisis. Climate-relateddisasters, a world reeling from the effects of the COVID-19
- [2023 Easter Greeting](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/04/04/2023-easter-greeting/)
- [World Methodist Council - Co-organizer of the Global Peace Prayer](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/03/25/world-methodist-council-co-organizer-of-the-global-peace-prayer/) - Check out the video below to see more on the event: News story from the WCC published on the event: https://www.oikoumene.org/news/across-the-globe-christians-pray-for-peace-in-a-broken-world
- [<strong>STATEMENT ON EARTHQUAKE IN TURKEY AND SYRIA</strong>](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/02/07/statement-on-earthquake-in-turkey-and-syria/) - On behalf of the World Methodist Council, Bishop Ivan Abrahams conveyed condolences to the Turkish and Syrian governments and relatives of people who lost loved ones in the earthquake that struck in the early hours of Monday morning. Five thousand people are known to have died, and thousands more have been left destitute. Abrahams said;
- [STATEMENT BY THE WORLD METHODIST COUNCIL ON THE PASSING OF POPE EMERITUS BENEDICT<br>XVI](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2023/01/01/statement-by-the-world-methodist-council-on-the-passing-of-pope-emeritus-benedictxvi/) - Together with other World Communions, the World Methodist Council extends its condolencesto His Holiness Pope Francis and the entire Catholic Church on the death of Pope EmeritusBenedict XVI. Pope Benedict was a towering intellectual figure who published sixty-six books, threeencyclicals, and three apostolic exhortations. His support of informed theological dialoguebetween Churches, including the dialogue between
- [New Year Greeting from WMC Geneva Secretary](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/12/28/new-year-greeting-from-wmc-geneva-secretary/) - 2023-WMC-New-Years-GreetingDownload
- [Bishop Ivan Abrahams and Family wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas.](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/12/21/bishop-ivan-abrahams-and-family-wishing-everyone-a-very-merry-christmas/)
- [SAD DEMISE OF THE MOST REVD. DR. ANAND CHANDU LAL, FORMER MODERATOR OF THE CHURCH OF NORTH INDIA AND FORMER BISHOP OF THE DIOCESE OF AMRITSAR, CNI](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/12/19/sad-demise-of-the-most-revd-dr-anand-chandu-lal-former-moderator-of-the-church-of-north-india-and-former-bishop-of-the-diocese-of-amritsar-cni/) - All Partners in Mission, With much sorrow it is shared that the Most Revd. Dr. Anand Chandu Lal, former Moderator of the Church of North India and former Bishop of the Diocese of Amritsar (CNI) departed this life today, Saturday, 17th December, 2022. We are thankful to God for the life, witness and leadership of
- [Pacific Churches Call for Boycott of Indonesian Products and Programmes until Human Rights Abuses in West Papua investigated](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/12/03/pacific-churches-call-for-boycott-of-indonesian-products-and-programmes-until-human-rights-abuses-in-west-papua-investigated/) - Call-for-Indonesian-Boycott-until-Justice-for-Papua-PCCDownload
- [We regretfully announce the passing of Bishop Sundo Kim](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/11/26/we-regretfully-announce-the-passing-of-bishop-sundo-kim/) - Greetings in the name of Jesus Christ. It is with some considerable sadness that we acknowledge the death of Bishop Sundo Kim (1930-2022), a former Senior Pastor of Kwanglim Methodist Church, Chairperson of World Methodist Council, President Bishop of the Korean Methodist Church and an inspiring leader of our generation to many; a man who
- [Brian Edgar Beck (1933-2022)](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/11/23/brian-edgar-beck-1933-2022/) - It is with great sadness that Wesley House announces the death of the Revd. Dr Brian E Beck, alumnus, former Tutor and Principal of the College. Brian was educated at the City of London School, Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, and Wesley House, Cambridge. Whilst at Cambridge he met and married Margaret Ludlow and together they
- [Methodist-Roman Catholic International Commission Communique on the Plenary Meeting in October 2022](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/10/12/methodist-roman-catholic-international-commission-communique-on-the-plenary-meeting-in-october-2022/) - The Methodist-Roman Catholic International Commission (MERCIC) met at the Casa MariaImmacolata, Rome, Italy, from 2 nd -8 th October 2022, for the first plenary meeting of a new round ofdialogue. The Commission has met without interruption since its foundation in 1967 and now beginsits twelfth round on the theme of unity and mission. The gathering
- [Letter addressed to the G20 Chair, Indonesian President Joko Widodo](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/11/09/letter-addressed-to-the-g20-chair-indonesian-president-joko-widodo/) - https://www.oikoumene.org/news/wcc-signs-letter-to-g20-leaders-urging-that-we-recover-together-and-recover-stronger-from-worlds-intertwined-crises
- [Faith leaders urgently call for increased ambition at COP27](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/11/22/faith-leaders-urgently-call-for-increased-ambition-at-cop27/) - Faith leaders urgently call for increased ambition at COP27 | ACT Alliance Press release: Faith leaders urgently call for increased ambition in closing days of COP27 | ACT Alliance
- [Condolences KMC](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/11/03/condolences-kmc/) - President-Bishop-Chul-Lee-1Download
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- [Methodist-Roman Catholic International Commission](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/10/05/9409/)
- [MWM Conference & AGM 2022](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/09/21/mwm-conference/) - The World is My Parish – Global Methodism Our Future online conference and AGM takes place Saturday 24th September 2022 from 9.30-13.00 online with a keynote address by Bishop Ivan Abrahams, General Secretary of the World Methodist Council. He has served as the Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church of South Africa. Bishop Ivan has
- [Global Methodist Schools Conference 2023](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/08/29/global-methodist-schools-conference-2023/) - Methodist Education International Conference for the family of Methodist educators April 2023 announcement.
- [Passing of Mikhail Gorbachev](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/08/31/passing-of-mikhail-gorbachev/) - World figure, Russian leader, and winner of the 1990 World Methodist Council Peace Award recipient, Mikhail Gorbachev, has died at the age of 91. The Council joins the many people around the world in remembering this influential man who worked diligently as he broke the mold to work for peace for his country and the
- [Thursdays in Black ambassadors: “we cannot be silent” about gender-based violence in faith communities](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/08/12/thursdays-in-black-ambassadors-we-cannot-be-silent-about-gender-based-violence-in-faith-communities/) - In a joint message on gender-based violence, sexual abuse, and faith communities, 26 World Council of Churches (WCC) Thursdays in Black ambassadors lament that the scourge of sexual and gender-based violence continues unabated—and call on faith communities to prevent such violence in their own spaces. “As ambassadors for Thursdays in Black, and in our various
- [LAMBETH CONFERENCE 2022](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/08/05/lambeth-conference-2022/)
- [US Supreme Court Creates a Public Health Crisis](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/07/13/us-supreme-court-creates-a-public-health-crisis/) - The Council of Bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal Church condemns the United States Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, reversing the 50-year precedent set in Roe v. Wade. This decision puts millions of women's lives in danger and threatens the civil rights of all people. We will not let the retrogressive politics
- [STATEMENT ON THE ST. FRANCIS CATHOLIC CHURCH MASSACRE IN OWO, NIGERIA](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/06/07/statement-on-the-st-francis-catholic-church-massacre-in-owo-nigeria/) - The World Methodist Council (WMC) joined religious leaders, civil society organizations, andgovernments in condemning the coordinated attack on worshippers at St. Francis Catholic Church.According to the latest reports, as many as 50 may be dead, including children, and scores are wounded. Bishop Ivan Abrahams, General Secretary of the WMC, said: “Gunning down innocent peoplecelebrating the
- [Prayers answered, Nigerian Methodists released](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/05/31/prayers-answered-nigerian-methodists-released/) - Bishop Michael Stephen of the World Methodist Council Steering Committee and former Archbishop of the Methodist Church Nigeria shares the following from the latest news of the kidnapping of the Prelate alongside the Bishop of Owerri Diocese Dennis Mark and the Prelate's Chaplain, The Very Rev. Shittu, which was received with great shock and sadness when it
- [Statement on mass shooting – Uvalde, Texas](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/05/26/statement-on-mass-shooting-uvalde-texas/) - The General Secretary of the World Methodist Council called on Methodists to join prayers with thecommunity of Uvalde, Texas. He expressed his deepest condolences with the bereaved families andthose injured in the shooting rampage at Robb Elementary School. According to the Washington Post more than 311,00 students experienced gun violence at school sincethe 1999 massacre
- [Council of Bishops Statement on the Shooting at Tops Friendly Supermarket in Buffalo, New York](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/05/21/council-of-bishops-statement-on-the-shooting-at-tops-friendly-supermarket-in-buffalo-new-york/) - The Council of Bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal Church stands in solidarity with the families of the Buffalo 10 and the grieving community as we raise your lament and demand justice. We are outraged. We are grieved. As we move out of Easter, into the Ascension, and onward to Pentecost, we will not continue
- [Statement on COVID-19 crisis in the DPRK](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/05/18/statement-on-covid-19-crisis-in-the-dprk/) - On behalf of the World Methodist Council I wholeheartedly endorse the WCC acting general secretaryRev. Prof. Dr. Ioan Sauca’s Statement on COVID-19 crisis in the DPRK. The WMC endorses the WCC’s call for urgent humanitarian response by the internationalcommunity commensurate with the gravity of the crisis; in particular, newly developedantivirals, such as Paxlovid, must be
- [World Methodist Council Statement on Floods in South Africa](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/04/18/world-methodist-council-statement-on-floods-in-south-africa/) - The World Methodist Council expresses its sincere condolences to the families of floodvictims in KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa. As mop-up operations continue after aweek of heavy rainfall and flooding, the death toll reached 433. Scores of people are stillmissing and thousands displaced. Bishop Ivan Abrahams, the General Secretary, is deeply saddened by the loss of
- [Ash Wednesday Statement on Russian Ukrainian conflict by Bishop Ivan Abrahams](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/03/02/ash-wednesday-statement-on-russian-ukraine-conflict-by-bishop-abrahams/) - Seven days after Russian troops crossed into Ukraine, we gather with ecumenical partners and all people of goodwill to remember political leaders, soldiers, and civilians caught up in the current conflict. We pray that God may “guide our feet into the way of peace.” (Luke 1:79)The World Methodist Council supports Pope Francis’s peace initiative to
- [Ukraine: Christian World Communions condemn assault, call for peace, invite to prayer](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/02/24/ukraine-christian-world-communions-condemn-assault-call-for-peace-invite-to-prayer/) - Photo: Sunguk Kim/Unsplash “Peace must prevail,” say four global Christian communions who will host online prayer service on Ash Wednesday Four Christian World Communions are strongly condemning the advance of the Russian military into Ukraine and the assault that began on the night of 24 February 2022. They call for Russian troops to be brought back
- [World Methodist Council Statement on Ukraine/Russia](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/02/02/world-methodist-council-statement-on-ukraine-russia/) - The World Methodist Council (WMC) views with deep concern reports of mounting tension on the borders of Ukraine and Russia, including the threat of a buildup of armed forces on both sides. Many political commentators consider the recent events “a new Cold War” and “a threat to global peace.”The Council calls on ‘the people called
- [WORLD METHODIST COUNCIL STATEMENT ON NASSAR FAMILY](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/01/29/world-methodist-council-statement-on-nassar-family/) - The World Methodist Council (WMC) condemns the recent attack on the Nassar family by 15 masked men from Nahaleen, an Arab village. Last week, Rabbis for Human Rights (RHR) and their staff were violently assaulted by settlers while accompanying Palestinian farmers planting “trees for peace” near Burin, east of Nablus in the West Bank.On Friday,
- [WORLD METHODIST COUNCIL STATEMENT ON VOLCANIC ERUPTION NEAR KINGDOM OF TONGA](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/01/17/world-methodist-council-statement-on-the-volcanic-eruption-in-the-pacific-ocean/) - The World Methodist Council (WMC), a body representing more than 80 million people called Methodist in 134 countries, pray with the WCC, other people of faith and no-faith, to respond to the needs of the people of Tonga and its surrounding islands as they seek to recover from the devastation and disaster of the tsunami
- [Statement on Voting Rights](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2022/01/14/statement-on-voting-rights/) - The College of BishopsChristian Methodist Episcopal Church January 8, 2022The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was hailed as a landmark piece of federal legislation in this country which sought to prohibit racial discrimination in voting. As landmark as that act was considered to have been, it has endured many reauthorizations, renewals, extensions, and amendments during its
- [The World Methodist Council mourns the loss of Archbishop Tutu](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/12/26/the-world-methodist-council-mourns-the-loss-of-archbishop-tutu/) - With great sadness, the Officers and members of the World Methodist Council received the newsabout the passing away of Archbishop Emeritus Mpilo Desmond Tutu (7 October-26 December2021).We extend our heartfelt condolences to Mama Leah, the entire Tutu family, and the globalAnglican communion.We give thanks to God for the life and witness of Archbishop Tutu, a
- [2021 Christmas Greeting](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/12/01/2021-christmas-greeting/)
- [WORKING TOGETHER IN MISSION](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/11/01/working-together-in-mission/)
- [Global religious leaders representing half a billion Christians urge G20: “climate emergency demands deep-seated transformations”](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/10/27/global-religious-leaders-representing-half-a-billion-christians-urge-g20-climate-emergency-demands-deep-seated-transformations/) - In a letter to G20 leaders, global religious leaders representing half a billion Christians in over 100 countries warned that rising global temperatures will have increasingly disastrous consequences on impoverished and vulnerable communities that contribute least to the climate crisis. Hurricane Eta hit hard on the north coast of Honduras on November 2020. Before the
- [Religious leaders urge US president Biden to end embargo against the Cuban people](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/10/20/religious-leaders-urge-us-president-biden-to-end-embargo-against-the-cuban-people/) - In a 15 October letter to US president Joe Biden, leaders from the World Council of Churches, ACT Alliance, Council of Churches in Cuba, and other faith-based groups urged an end to nearly 60 years of embargo against the Cuban people, who are facing an appalling humanitarian situation. Havana, Cuba. Photo: Marcelo Schneider/WCC, 2013. “The
- [UN maintains pressure on Philippine human rights, ICHRP calls for independent investigation](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/10/13/un-maintains-pressure-on-philippine-human-rights-ichrp-calls-for-independent-investigation/) - October 7, 2021 – UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Ms Michelle Bachelet, presented her oral report on the Philippines to the UNHRC today, one year after the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) passed a resolution to provide “technical cooperation and capacity-building” to the Government of the Republic of the Philippines for the protection of
- [Immediate Response Required](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/10/09/immediate-response-required/) - On March 17, 2020, the Methodist Church lost one of its leading ecumenists, Geoffrey Wainwright. For almost three decades, Wainwright formed Christian ministers and theologians at Duke Divinity School for the church universal. In the best of Methodist tradition, Wainwright loved scripture and singing. He exhorted his students to “guard the good treasure” entrusted to
- [NIFEA E-Conference: Degrowth - Living Sufficiently and Sustainably](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/09/27/nifea-e-conference-degrowth-living-sufficiently-and-sustainably/) - Organised by the Council for World Mission (CWM), Lutheran World Federation (LWF), World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC), World Council of Churches (WCC) and World Methodist Council (WMC) under the New International Financial and Economic Architecture (NIFEA) initiative, the NIFEA E-conference on “Degrowth – Living Sufficiently and Sustainably” will be a space to discuss and
- [Hunger Prayer Weekend](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/09/15/hunger-prayer-weekend/)
- [Palestinian peace prayer](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/09/15/palestinian-peace-prayer/) - As we join an international wave of prayer this week for peace in Palestine/Israel, we stand with the World Council of Churches in asserting that all forms of violence are deplorable and should end. We affirm that religious affiliations should not justify the application of different moral standards for different communities. We insist that International
- [WMC Names Recipients for 2020 and 2021 Peace Awards](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/09/07/wmc-names-recipients-for-2020-and-2021-peace-awards/) - Bishop John K. Yambasu Recipients of the World Methodist Peace Award for 2020 and 2021 are announced by World Methodist Council General Secretary Ivan Abrahams. “This Award is given annually by the World Methodist Council to individuals or organizations who have contributed significantly to peace, justice and reconciliation,” Bishop Abrahams said, “and it is a
- [Alert! WMC Conference further postponed](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/09/03/elementor-7628/) - Due to the continuing challenging times from the COVID-19 Pandemic, the twenty-second Conference of the World Methodist Council was further postponed.At the two-day virtual meeting of the Steering Committee in August, it was unanimously agreed that the global WMC family from around the world could not safely gather in Gothenburg, Sweden in August of 2022.
- [In letter to President Biden, WCC appeals for reconsidering sanctions against North Korea](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/09/03/in-letter-to-president-biden-wcc-appeals-for-reconsidering-sanctions-against-north-korea/) - “While we share many of the concerns upon which these sanctions are based, they have failed to resolve those concerns, despite being among the most rigorous, systemic and longest-standing sanctions regimes ever imposed,” reads the letter. “Moreover, the direct and indirect effects of the current sanctions have had very serious negative impacts on humanitarian access and
- [World Methodist Council mourns the passing of Eddie Fox](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/07/29/world-methodist-council-mourns-the-passing-of-eddie-fox/) - Photo by https://www.umnews.org/
- [STATEMENT FOR INTERFAITH VIGIL       WASHINGTON D.C. 20 JULY 2021](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/07/19/statement-for-interfaith-vigil/) - With its horrible human harvest, the COVID-19 pandemic has instilled fear, extreme anxiety, and confusion like no other natural calamity in recent history. The pandemic forcefully reminds us that we are one world, one humanity, and more interdependent than we imagined. It has also exposed the fault lines of global inequality in access to health
- [Organisations representing a half billon Christians worldwide urge G20 to fix a broken global tax system](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/07/06/organisations-representing-a-half-billon-christians-worldwide-urge-g20-to-fix-a-broken-global-tax-system/) - In a letter to the G20 finance ministers before the International Tax Symposium on 9 July, organizations representing a half billion Christians worldwide urged that it has never been more urgent and necessary to fix our broken global tax system. Photo: Marcelo Schneider/WCC The World Council of Churches, World Communion of Reformed
- [Solidarity for the Nassar Family](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/06/22/elementor-7174/) - We wish to express our solidarity with the Nassar family they are Palestinian Christian and Recipients of the 2018 Methodist World Peace Prize. Their Tent of Nation’s Farm located south west of Bethlehem, close to the village of Nahalin. We have known this family for more than 10 years, we visited them with many church
- [Archbishop joins Red Cross Red Crescent, UNHCR and global faith leaders in urgent call to end vaccine nationalism](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/05/21/archbishop-joins-red-cross-red-crescent-unhcr-and-global-faith-leaders-in-urgent-call-to-end-vaccine-nationalism/) - Worldwide Christian and other faith leaders have joined with the Archbishop of Canterbury, the International Committee of the Red Cross President and humanitarian groups urging global leaders to ensure equitable distribution of Covid-19 vaccines around the world. On the opening day of the World Health Assembly, the Archbishop of Canterbury and the President of the International
- [International church-based organizations urge Colombian president to stop spiral of violence](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/05/20/international-church-based-organizations-urge-colombian-president-to-stop-spiral-of-violence/) - Read the full article here Photo: Marcelo Schneider/WCC
- [Methodists join other Christians in appealing for peace and an end to provocative actions in Jerusalem.](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/05/13/elementor-6983/) - Statement from the World Methodist Council, Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church and the Methodist Church in Britain, which are partners in the Jerusalem Methodist Liaison Office.We stand together to support the Patriarchs and Heads of Churches of Jerusalem who haveexpressed their concern about continuing violence in Jerusalem and who have called on those
- [World Methodist Council Museum Statement](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/04/05/world-methodist-council-museum-statement/) - To everything, there is a season and a time for every purpose under the heaven Ecclesiastes 3:1The World Methodist Council announces that the Museum contents in entirety will go to Bridwell Library, Perkins School of Theology and SMU Libraries at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. The Archival Committee carefully reviewed all the proposals that were received from institutions
- [2021 Easter Greeting](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/03/31/2021-easter-greeting/)
- [Prayer Week on COVID-19 Pandemic](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/03/15/prayer-week-on-covid-19-pandemic/) - Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_oGC5fPZaQBmfm5Mvf07IKA
- [Crisis in Myanmar](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/03/07/crisis-in-myanmar/) - Click here to read a letter from President JC Park
- [International Women’s Day](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/03/04/international-womens-day/) - March 8 is the International Women’s Day – a day to raise awareness that women and girls are not treated equally and are often victims of violence and abuse. In the link below you can read prayers from the Thursdays in Black Ambassadors.https://www.oikoumene.org/events/international-womens-day
- [A Message to the 2nd Gathering on Human Fraternity](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/02/03/a-message-to-the-2nd-gathering-on-human-fraternity/) - For World Peace and living Together held 4th February 2021 in Abu Dhabi Click here to read a letter from the WMC
- [AME Pastor Rev. Dr. Silvester Beaman to deliver benediction at inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2021/01/19/ame-pastor-rev-dr-silvester-beaman-to-deliver-benediction-at-inauguration-of-joe-biden-and-kamala-harris/) - The Reverend Doctor Silvester Beaman will deliver the benediction at the 59th Presidential Inauguration on January 20, 2021, where Joseph Biden and Kamala Harris will be sworn in as President and Vice President of the United States. Dr. Beaman is the pastor of Bethel AME Church in Wilmington, Delaware, and a long-time friend of the
- [Happy New Year from the World Methodist Council!](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/12/31/2020-new-year-greeting-from-bishop-ivan-abrahams/)
- [2020 Christmas Greeting](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/12/16/2020-christmas-greeting/)
- [WMC STATEMENT ON ETHIOPIAN/TIGRAY REGION HUMANITARIAN CONFLICT](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/11/25/wmc-statement-on-ethiopian-tigray-region-humanitarian-conflict/) - #SilenceTheGuns, African Resolution by African Leaders for African Conflict The World Methodist Council (WMC), joins the World Council of Churches (WCC) in itscondemnation of violent attacks in the Tigray region of conflict in Ethiopia. In addition,WMC General Secretary, Bishop Ivan Abrahams, hears with deep distress that UNHCR, theUN’s refugee agency, reports that women, children and
- [Statement from the Methodist Church in Peru](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/11/16/statement-from-the-methodist-church-in-peru/) - Please read a statement from Bishop Samuel Aquilar, bishop of the Methodist Church in Peru, regarding the troubles and political unrests in Peru, a country also deeply affected by COVID-19.Click on the button below to read more. Click here
- [Africa Methodist Council Condemns the Killing of Young People in Africa](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/10/30/africa-methodist-council-condemns-the-killing-of-young-people-in-africa/) - Read the statement by clicking below. Click here
- [The Methodist Church of Southern Africa invites you](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/10/29/the-methodist-church-of-southern-africa-invites-you/) - The Executive Committee of the Limpopo Synod of the Methodist Church of Southern Africa has thepleasure of inviting you to the Inaugural Rev. Dr. Stanley Mogoba Lecture. Dr. Mogoba is the recipient of the 1996 World Methodist Council Peace Award and has spent many years serving the Council.General Secretary Ivan Abrahams will also be speaking during
- [Christian leaders worldwide urge IMF and World Bank to cancel debts](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/10/21/christian-leaders-worldwide-urge-imf-and-world-bank-to-cancel-debts/) - More than 140 senior Church leaders representing millions of Christians around the world have signed a letter urging the International Monetary Fund and World Bank to cancel debts for developing countries fighting the coronavirus pandemic. The letter – signed by cardinals, archbishops and heads of religious congregations from different Christian denominations – was sent ahead of the
- [WMC GENERAL SECRETARY PROPOSES ADOPTION OF A “TRUTH AND RECONCILIAITION COMMISSION” TO RESOLVE ARMENIA-AZARBHAIJAN CONFLICT](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/10/09/wmc-general-secretary-proposes-adoption-of-a-truth-and-reconciliaition-commission-to-resolve-armenia-azarbhaijan-conflict/) - Click here to read more
- [PEACE, PANDEMICS, AND PLASTIC BOTTLES – PRIORITISING THE FUTURE?](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/07/15/peace-pandemics-and-plastic-bottles-prioritising-the-future/) - The recording of the lecture is now online, and you can listen along while you read the lecture below. Click here to listen: http://www.jointpublicissues.org.uk/beckly-lecture/ BECKLY LECTURE 29 JUNE 2020METHODIST CONFERENCEPEACE, PANDEMICS AND PLASTIC BOTTLES – PRIORITISING THE FUTURE?GREETINGS AND OPENING REMARKSIt is generally being realised everything must change.Covid-19 has brought us globally to imagine a
- [The World Methodist Council welcomes UN Security Council’s adoption of Resolution 2532 (2020)](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/07/13/the-world-methodist-council-urges-un-security-councils-adoption-of-resolution-2532/) - The World Methodist Council (WMC), founded in 1881, is a consultative body and association of churches in the Methodist and Wesleyan tradition. It comprises 82 member denominations in 138 countries, which together represent near 82 million people. Bishop Ivan Abrahams, the General Secretary, warmly welcomed the United Nations Security Council’s adoption of Resolution 2532 (2020), which demands “a general
- [CONDOLENCES TO THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SIERRA LEONE](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/08/21/condolences-to-the-united-methodist-church-of-sierra-leone/) - Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,The World Methodist Council has learnt with great sadness and shock of the tragic death ofyour spiritual leader, The Right Reverend John K. Yambasu on 17th August. We understand thatBishop John sadly succumbed to an accident on his way to attend the funeral of a colleague,The late Revd. Edmund Kamara,
- [Zimbabwe Pastoral Letter](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/08/17/zimbabwe-pastoral-letter/) - Click here Click here to read the Zimbabwe Pastoral Letter from the World Methodist Council, World Council of Churches, The Lutheran World Federation, and World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC).
- [Mission Beyond COVID-19: COVID-19: Hindrance or Help to Peacemaking?](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/08/14/mission-beyond-covid-19-covid-19-hindrance-or-help-to-peacemaking/) - The COVID-19 pandemic has enforced national borders through travel bans and disrupted planned peacemaking events for 2020, such as those associated with the 70th anniversary of the Korean War. But it has also led to new calls for a cessation of hostilities world-wide, such as the UN Security Council’s Resolution 2532. Will the pandemic lead
- [When We Pray](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/07/01/when-we-pray/) - The Worship & Liturgy committee has formed a series of conversations in June and plan to have the next set in August. The discussion material can be downloaded below: Download
- [General Secretary’s response to the call to a day of fasting, prayer, and acts of charity](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/05/13/general-secretarys-response-to-the-call-to-a-day-of-fasting-prayer-and-acts-of-charity/) - The World Methodist Council together with many other faith communities around the world will respond to an appeal from Pope Francis and Judge Mohamed Abdel Salam, Secretary-General of the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity to observe Thursday, May 14 as a “special day of prayer, fasting, and charitable work to implore God to help humanity
- [A call to a day of fasting, prayer, and acts of charity](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/05/12/a-call-to-a-day-of-fasting-prayer-and-acts-of-charity/) - Let your steadfast love, O God, be upon us, even as we put our hope in you. Psalm 33:22 (NRSV)The Wesleyan and Methodist family have been invited respond to a call for a day of fasting, and of prayer. This call has been taken up by Pope Francis in his weekday prayer of 3 March 2020,
- [Project Orange](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/05/11/project-orange/) - Bishop Ivan Abrahams, General Secretary (left) of The World Methodist Council, is shown working with Ruben Richards in South Africa, to assist in providing much-needed fresh fruit through Project Orange to vulnerable populations.Everyone around the planet is affected by COVID-19 and the Council is working diligently to provide positive effects to traumatized communities. The Council
- [2021 Postponed to 2022](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/05/06/2021-postponed-to-2022/) - Postponement of The World Methodist Council and ConferenceAfter a series of meetings with the Conference Host and Program Committees to evaluate the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on General Conference schedules of member churches, the Steering Committee decided to postpone the Gothenburg 2021 Conference to August 10-14, 2022.The Council, since its inception in 1881, has
- [20th anniversary of the Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/09/17/20th-anniversary-of-the-joint-declaration-on-the-doctrine-of-justification/) - Discover the resources regarding the JDDJ signing celebration by reading the following join letter: Joint letter Liturgy resources 20 Anniversary
- [Come Spirit of Life and Breath on Us](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/04/06/come-spirit-of-life-and-breath-on-us/) - Easter Message Rev. Dr. JC Park, President of the World Methodist Council May the peace of the risen Jesus be with you, my sisters and brothers in Christ! In times like this when we have to face social distancing and empty churches how can we preach to the empty pews the message of the empty
- [In Memoriam of  Geoffrey Wainwright](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/03/18/in-memoriam-of-geoffrey-wainwright/) - The Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Wainwright, 80, who was a current resident of Chapel Hill is mourned by his many friends and colleagues of the World Methodist Council. Well loved for his leadership and work in many areas, Wainwright served as chair of the Council’s Ecumenical Relationships Committee. The Council joins many around the world in mourning
- [Statement by The World Methodist Council - COVID-19](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/03/17/statement-by-the-world-methodist-council-covid-19/) - The World Methodist Council joins the world in prayer. It seeks ways to offer comfort to people who are dealing with the Coronavirus, which the World Health Organisation has declared a global pandemic. "Our prayers are with the many people around the world who are affected directly or indirectly because of this pandemic," said Council
- [Nomination Forms](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2020/02/25/nomination-forms/) - The WMC is open for 2021-2026 delegates to be nominated as Committee Chairpersons or Officers. Click on the following link to access these forms: WMC-Chairperson-Nomination-Form-2021-2026Download WMC-Officer-Nomination-Form-2021-2026Download
- [Churches Week of Action on Food is October 13-20](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/10/05/churches-week-of-action-on-food-is-october-13-20-2/) - Christians of all denominations and traditions are encouraged to rejoice and give thanks for God’s abundant provisions and to think of ways to share God’s gifts, so that all have enough. Jesus’ parable of the Great Banquet (Luke 14: 15-24) is used for inspiration and reflection. The image of a banquet refers to abundance, fellowship,
- [Churches Week of Action on Food is October 13-20](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/10/05/churches-week-of-action-on-food-is-october-13-20/) - Christians of all denominations and traditions are encouraged to rejoice and give thanks for God’s abundant provisions and to think of ways to share God’s gifts, so that all have enough. Jesus’ parable of the Great Banquet (Luke 14: 15-24) is used for inspiration and reflection. The image of a banquet refers to abundance, fellowship,
- [2019 World Methodist Peace Award Recipient](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/12/04/2019-world-methodist-peace-award-recipient/) - Dr. Laney reminded those gathered in his honor that “peacemaking is not possible if we demonize the other” and that “we have to move in peace, stage by stage.”
- [James H. Cone, 79, AME itinerant elder and Founder of Black Liberation Theology, Dies](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/04/30/james-h-cone-79-ame-itinerant-elder-and-founder-of-black-liberation-theology-dies/) - Rev. Dr. James Hal Cone, renowned founder of Black Liberation Theology, award-winning author and Bill & Judith Moyers Distinguished Professor of Systematic Theology at Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York, died on April 28, 2018. He was 79. “In so many ways, James Cone has been Union Theological Seminary for the past
- [International Day of Families](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2017/05/15/international-day-of-families/) - Although families all over the world have transformed greatly over the past decades in terms of their structure and as a result of global trends and demographic changes, the United Nations still recognizes the family as the basic unit of society. The International Day of Families provides an opportunity to promote awareness of issues relating
- [Honoring the Ministry of Evangelist Billy Graham](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/02/21/honoring-the-ministry-of-evangelist-billy-graham/) - The World Methodist Council mourns the loss of a great preacher, evangelist, and friend. The Rev. William Franklin “Billy” Graham, Jr., who died today (Feb. 21) at the age of 99. Known as “America’s Preacher,” Graham ministered worldwide, bringing the gospel message to billions. His Crusades, along with radio and television broadcasts encouraged millions of
- [Steering Committee expresses solidarity with Hong Kong Methodists](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/09/06/steering-committee-expresses-solidarity-with-hong-kong-methodists/) - The World Methodist Council Steering Committee meeting in Mexico City 28-30 August greets you in the name of Christ our risen saviour. We are deeply conscious of the unrest in Hong Kong and we write to you, our sisters and brothers in the Methodist Church Hong Kong and the Church of Christ in China Hong
- [Director of the Methodist Ecumenical Centre in Rome](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/10/02/director-of-the-methodist-ecumenical-centre-in-rome/) - We are seeking an ordained person from a Methodist, Wesleyan United or Uniting Church to serve the World Methodist Council as Director of the Methodist Ecumenical Centre in Rome (MEOR). The person appointed will develop and build on the work of MEOR on behalf of its partners, the World Methodist Council, European Methodist Council, the
- [Director of the Methodist Ecumenical Centre in Rome](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/10/02/director-of-the-methodist-ecumenical-centre-in-rome-2/) - Could this be you? We are seeking an ordained person from a Methodist, Wesleyan United or Uniting Church to serve the World Methodist Council as Director of the Methodist Ecumenical Centre in Rome (MEOR). The person appointed will develop and build on the work of MEOR on behalf of its partners, the World Methodist
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- [Steering Committee expresses solidarity with Hong Kong Methodists](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/09/06/steering-committee-expresses-solidarity-with-hong-kong-methodists-2/) - The World Methodist Council Steering Committee meeting in Mexico City 28-30 August greets you in the name of Christ our risen saviour. We are deeply conscious of the unrest in Hong Kong and we write to you, our sisters and brothers in the Methodist Church Hong Kong and the Church of Christ in China Hong
- [Anniversary of Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification Celebrated](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/09/06/anniversary-of-joint-declaration-on-the-doctrine-of-justification-celebrated/) - Words are inadequate to describe the warmth of the welcome extended by the Methodist Church in Mexico with music, dance, many flavours of food, conversation and prayer. The Steering Committee where possible meets alongside member churches. Meeting in Mexico City the Committee was enriched by the life of the local Church and the dynamic vibrant
- [Prayers for Korea](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/08/09/prayers-for-korea/) - The World Methodist Council invited all its members churches to assist in spreading the word and calling for prayer for the Korean Peninsula. Each year, Christians are invited to join in a prayer for peace and reunification of the Korean Peninsula. Prepared by the National Council of Churches in Korea and the Korean Christian Federation,
- [Violence Condemned by WMC](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/08/07/violence-condemned-by-wmc/) - The World Methodist Council responds with shock and sadness to the shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, in which at least 31people were killed and many injured. We offer our deepest sympathy to the families of the deceased and injured in these attacks. We also condemn the tragic and senseless killing in the Boreno, northeastern state
- [Methodist Delegation Sees ‘Bitter Fruits’ of Palestinian Occupation](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/07/17/methodist-delegation-sees-bitter-fruits-of-palestinian-occupation/) - After a visit to the region, a delegation of Methodist representatives expressed horror at the military occupation of the Palestinian people. “We witnessed the bitter fruits of military occupation that have fallen disproportionally upon the Palestinian people,” said a statement of the delegation, which was made up of leaders of the World Methodist Council, the
- [God Is On The Move: A Call to Be the Church in a New Way](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/06/11/god-is-on-the-move-a-call-to-be-the-church-in-a-new-way/) - We believe, at this particular time, God is calling us to be the church in a new way. In the spirit of Pentecost, churches of the Methodist tradition gathered recently outside London. We were called together by the World Methodist Council to explore concerns among churches that were being formed by migrants in their new
- [WMC Statement on Easter Attacks in Sri Lanka](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/04/22/statement-on-easter-attacks-in-sri-lanka/) - The World Methodist Council (WMC) strongly condemns the terror attacks on worshippers gathered for Easter Sunday Services on the holiest day of the Christian calendar in Sri Lanka. Churches in Kochichika, Negombo, and Batticaloa as well as hotels in the capital, Colombo were targeted. The General Secretary of the WMC, Bishop Ivan Abrahams said; “these
- [Statement of the WMC on the shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/03/15/statement-of-the-wmc-on-the-shootings-in-christchurch-new-zealand/) - The officers and members of the World Methodist Council condemn unequivocally the shootings at Masjid al Noor and at the Linwood mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand. It is appalling that believers, gathered for worship, should be gunned down in such a deliberate, callous and calculated manner. As those who follow a God whose name and
- [World Methodist Council Statement on Terror Attack in Kenya](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2019/01/16/world-methodist-council-statement-on-terror-attack-in-kenya/) - On Tuesday, January 15 the world witnessed a cowardly attack by Al-Shabaab, an affiliate of Al-Qaeda on holidaymakers and office workers at the DusirD2 hotel complex in Nairobi, Kenya that claimed the lives of 14 people. The terrorist assault comes three years to the day after the attack on an African Union base at El
- [Christmas Greetings from General Secretary Ivan Abrahams](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/12/20/christmas-greetings-from-general-secretary-ivan-abrahams/) - A Christmas video message from General Secretary Ivan Abrahams.
- [Statement on the Pittsburg Synagogue Shooting](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/10/29/statement-on-the-pittsburg-synagogue-shooting/) - The General Secretary of The World Methodist Council (WMC), Bishop Ivan Abrahams expressed shock at the Pittsburgh Synagogue shooting which claimed the lives of 11. He strongly condemned the attack on unarmed civilians gathered for worship. “There is no place for hate speech and ant-Semitism in a society which espouses democratic values,” said Abrahams. On
- [Statement on Indonesia](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/10/02/statement-on-indonesia/) - Four days after an earthquake and tsunami destroyed major parts of Sulawesi, in the Indonesian archipelago, the death toll exceeds one thousand with many more injured. Indonesia lies on the Pacific “Ring of Fire” and is prone to natural disasters. The General Secretary of the World Methodist Council, Bishop Ivan Abrahams, expressed condolences to
- [Statement on the Death of Kofi Annan](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/08/20/statement-on-the-death-of-kofi-annan/) - The World Methodist Council (WMC) joined leaders from around the world to pay tribute to Kofi Annan, who died aged 80 after a brief illness. Kofi Annan was the first sub-Saharan African to lead the United Nations (1997-2006). His deep commitment to justice, human rights and championing the fight against HIV and AIDS earned him
- [WMC Statement on Attacks in Northeastern Nigeria](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/06/19/wmc-statement-on-attacks-in-northeastern-nigeria/) - The World Methodist Council condemns the deadly attacks in Damboa in Borno State, Nigeria where suspected Boko Haram jihadists targeted people celebrating the Eid al-Fitr holiday. At least 32 people were confirmed dead and 84 were reported injured. World Methodist Council General Secretary Ivan Abrahams expressed condolences to the families of those killed and called on all
- [Global Day of Prayer to End Famine](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/05/23/global-day-of-prayer-to-end-famine/) - The Global Day of Prayer to End Famine hopes to unite ecumenical partners and faith communities all over the world as a prayerful and spiritual movement to: Encourage prayer, reflection and action with information and suggestions. Bring awareness regarding famine’s impact on the most vulnerable children and families and to help address its root causes. Connect with
- [James H. Cone, 79, AME itinerant elder and Founder of Black Liberation Theology, Dies](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/04/30/james-h-cone-79-ame-itinerant-elder-and-founder-of-black-liberation-theology-dies-2/) - Rev. Dr. James Hal Cone, renowned founder of Black Liberation Theology, award-winning author and Bill & Judith Moyers Distinguished Professor of Systematic Theology at Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York, died on April 28, 2018. He was 79. “In so many ways, James Cone has been Union Theological Seminary for the past
- [Statement on North and South Korea Summit](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/04/30/statement-on-north-and-south-korea-summit/) - The World Methodist council enthusiastically celebrates the recent meeting between President Moon Jae-In of South Korea and Kim Jong-Un of North Korea. After more than 70 years of separation, the historic meeting is a welcome first step toward peace, reunification, and denuclearization on the Korean peninsula. World Methodist Council President, Rev. Dr. J.C. Park stated,
- [Easter Greetings - 2018](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/04/01/easter-greetings-2018/) - I greet you in the name of our Crucified and Risen Lord, Jesus Christ. Easter is about boundless grace, victory, joy and renewed hope. It is a divine proclamation of God’s decisive victory over the evil forces of sin and death. Easter is an announcement to the world that the cross of Jesus was a
- [Honoring the Ministry of Evangelist Billy Graham](https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/2018/02/21/honoring-the-ministry-of-evangelist-billy-graham-2/) - The World Methodist Council mourns the loss of a great preacher, evangelist, and friend. The Rev. William Franklin “Billy” Graham, Jr., who died today (Feb. 21) at the age of 99. Known as “America’s Preacher,” Graham ministered worldwide, bringing the gospel message to billions. His Crusades, along with radio and television broadcasts encouraged millions of

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