At 1700th Anniversary of Nicaea, WCRC Joins Global Churches in Renewed Witness to Shared Faith
The World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) joined global Christian leaders Friday in marking the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea, a landmark moment in church history. The commemoration in modern-day Iznik brought together patriarchs, pastors and representatives of global Christian communions for a shared service of prayer, remembrance and renewed commitment to […]
On Saturday, WCRC Delegates Were Called to Listen
Delegates to the World Communion of Reformed Churches’ (WCRC) 27th General Council spent much of Saturday listening — hearing reports on a Communion Statement, Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations, a Mennonite Action, and Justice. No formal action was taken on any of the reports. Communion Statement “Journeying Together in Covenant: A Call to Life in Communion” […]
Praying and discerning, WCRC delegates map the future
Absorbing the many remarks, questions, and dialogue from a day with the theme “Perseveringin Covenanting for Justice,” World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) General Council delegates continued their discernment sessions on Oct. 18, moving into small groups to discuss proposed strategies on which they will ultimately vote. Discernment groups are the main spaces for debate […]
Perseverance in Love and Unity: The Church and Young Adult Leaders
The World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) held an inspiring exposure visit at Mahachol Chiang Mai Church, inviting participants to reflect on perseverance in love and unity through the lens of Thailand’s Protestant witness. Rev. Dr. Charoensirata Chitsakdanon, pastor of Mahachol Chiang Mai Church and a member of the Protestant Coordinating Committee of Chiang Mai, […]
Among a “Cloud of Witnesses,” WCRC 27th General Council Opens in Chiang Mai
Amid the rhythmic beating of drums and the ceremonial ringing of a gong, the 27th General Council of the World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) opened in Chiang Mai, Thailand, gathering more than 400 participants from around the world to celebrate faith, unity, and witness. The event, hosted by the Church of Christ in Thailand […]
Living Together and Learning as a Global Community: The 2025 Global Institute of Theology in Chiang Mai
As the 2025 Global Institute of Theology (GIT) concludes soon in Chiang Mai, participants from around the world are celebrating two transformative weeks of learning, worship and community. Held Oct. 1–14, GIT brought together a global community of students, scholars and church leaders to live, learn and do theology together under the theme “From Creed […]
WCRC Joins Pope Leo XIV in Rome Service Honoring 21st-Century Christian Martyrs
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday presided over an ecumenical service at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls to remember Christians killed for their faith in the 21st century. The “Ecumenical Commemoration of the Martyrs and Witnesses of the Faith of the 21st Century,” held Sept. 14 on the Feast of the Exaltation of […]
Rev. Philip Vinod Peacock unanimously elected general secretary of WCRC
The World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) announced the election of the Rev. Philip Vinod Peacock of India as its next general secretary, marking the first time the position will be held by a leader from Asia. He will officially begin his term Feb. 1, 2026. The Executive Committee of the WCRC unanimously elected Peacock […]
WCRC Europe Joins Global Church Leaders to Mark Ecumenical Milestone in Stockholm
The World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) Europe joined with faith leaders from across denominations and nations in Sweden last week to mark the 100th anniversary of the 1925 Ecumenical Conference in Stockholm — a historic gathering credited with shaping the modern ecumenical movement. The events, held Aug. 18–24, launched the Ecumenical Year 2025 under […]
New Leadership and Renewed Resolve: WCRC Europe Meets in Budapest to Strengthen Communion’s Witness
The European region of the World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC Europe) convened June 12–13 for a pivotal meeting marked by leadership elections and a call to persevere in faith and justice amid global challenges. Delegates representing 37 churches across 27 European countries gathered under the theme “Voices in the Cloud of Witnesses,” drawn from […]
