World Council of Churches

The World Council of Churches vs. the Jewish state, once again

By Gerald Steinberg — March 21, 2017
JERUSALEM (RNS) World Council of Churches officials should not be surprised that years of attacks targeting Israel have borne bitter fruit, writes political scientist Gerald Steinberg.

Jewish agencies condemn church groups’ resolution on Israel

By RNS staff — September 15, 2016
(RNS) The American Jewish Committee and the Anti-Defamation League characterized the statement as 'profoundly' disappointing.

Rev. Joan Brown Campbell recalls her pioneering ministry

By Adelle M. Banks — April 6, 2016
(RNS) Campbell said clergywomen attaining top leadership positions "still is something that is out of the ordinary."

WCC blasts U.S. for blocking ecumenical meeting in Cuba

By Peter Kenny — December 13, 2012

GENEVA (RNS) The World Council of Churches says the U.S. economic blockade of Cuba violates religious freedom by preventing a group of Latin American churches from hosting a summit on the island nation. By Peter Kenny.

ENInews suspends service, seeks further funding

By ENInews — October 1, 2012

(RNS/ENInews) Ecumenical News International announced Monday (Oct. 1) that its ENInews service is suspending operations, effective immediately, as it seeks emergency funding in order to operate for the remainder of 2012. By ENInews.

Five Things To Know About Religious Violence in Nigeria

By Lauren Markoe — July 13, 2012

(RNS) Ongoing violence in Nigeria has exacerbated tensions between the country's Muslims and Christians. Here are five things to know about the context behind the killings. By Lauren Markoe. 

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