Consultation on “Faith Declarations” Opens Future Possibilities
A consultation on confessions engaged in open and honest discussions, creating a set of recommendations for further action. A consultation on “Ecumenical Faith Declarations” demonstrated a desire for continuing dialogue and action on issues that pertain to the role, purpose, and function of statements of faith, including creeds and confessions, in the context of the church’s […]
Has security become the new religion?
Participants at a church-sponsored conference in Geneva, Switzerland on the rule of law are calling for a rethinking of the escalation of state-supported security measures. The calls come in response to reports pointing to the high cost of “securitization” and the increasing invasion of individual privacy through surveillance via social media and travel controls. “Security measures […]
Conference to explore role of churches in strengthening the rule of law
A conference focused on the role of churches in situations where the rule of law has broken down or is under threat is set to open Sunday in Geneva, Switzerland. The two-day event, Churches and the Rule of Law, runs from 28 October to 30 October at the John Knox International Reformed Centre. Conference organizer, Douwe […]