World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay shares details on a recent meeting with Patriarch Kirill, including topics discussed at the meeting, what the WCC contributed to the dialogue, and steps forward
A webinar organised by the Conference of European Churches (CEC) and Inclusive Peace on 24 April explored “The role of faith-based actors in political processes – comparative experiences and implications regarding Ukraine and Russia
A plan by the World Council of Churches to bring Christian leaders from Russia and Ukraine together to discuss steps to end the war has received support from Pope Francis.
On the eve of the Funeral of Chris Parry, the young Truro-born volunteer recently killed in Ukraine, the people of Cornwall and members of the Ukrainian community will unite in a Vigil of prayer for peace.
Recently two aid workers, Christopher Parry from Truro and Andrew Bagshaw from New Zealand, lost their lives seeking to bring to safety a victim of the war in Ukraine.
Churches and Christian organisations are continuing to respond to the Russian invasion of Ukraine with initiatives to host refugees, prayers, statements and appeals for aid.
The Diocese in Europe is inviting all churches across the UK, continental Europe and beyond to come together online for an Advent Prayer service for peace in Ukraine.