Prayers for peace in Leipzig recall place of East Germany’s ‘peaceful revolution’
by Stephen Brown When delegates from the General Council took part in peace prayers at the Leipzig’s historic Nikolaikirche—St Nicholas’ Church—they joined a tradition stretching back 35 years which became a focus for a peaceful revolt against communist rule in East Germany. “Monday after Monday prayers for peace have been held in the Nikolaikirche,” said […]
Council called to strengthen communion
by Hui Jun Chia In his address on “Strengthening Communion” to the 2017 General Council, Rev. Dr. Collin Cowan drew out the critical question of whether the Communion’s strength was the end in itself, or if strength was the means for capacity for transformative praxis to respond to discerning and doing God’s mission. “Embedded in […]
Organ concert provides experience in Bach’s home church
By Amy Eckert It was only fitting that an organ concert for the General Council on Monday would be held in Leipzig’s Thomaskirche, where organ master Johann Sebastian Bach served as cantor from 1723-1750. The beloved composer premiered many of his sacred works here and his grave lies within the church walls. It was also […]
WCRC fosters dialogue between North and South Korea
Delegations from South and North Korea were able to meet at the General Council of the World Communion of Reformed Churches in Leipzig. These meetings are part of a process of dialogue for peace and reunification. by Laurence Villoz “The Korean situation is extremely critical. We must find solutions and advance together towards unification,” said […]
Council challenged to practice a costly discipleship
by Hui Jun Chia “Are we facing forces which constitute a spiritual assault on the integrity and truth of Christian faith in today’s world?” This rhetorical question was posed by former General Secretary of the Reformed Church in America Rev. Dr. Wesley Granberg-Michaelson in his theme address on “Mission in Communion” at the 2017 WCRC […]