WCC news: WCC general secretary will share insights at World Methodist Conference in Sweden

World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay will attend part of the World Methodist Conference being held in Gothenburg, Sweden from 13-18 August.  The Methodist cross and flame overlooks the campus of Africa University in Mutare, Zimbabwe. Photo: Mike DuBose/UMNS 14 August 2024 Pillay will preach during the council meeting on 14 August, will participate in Korean Peace Night on 15 August, and will attend an ecumenical luncheon on 16 August.  The gathering, which is convening under the theme “On The Move,” will also have sub-themes including “Migration,” “Pilgrimage,” and “Guiding Lights.” The World Methodist Conference meets once every five years so that participants can experience the inspiration, education, fellowship, and diversity found in a global family of believers who stand in the Wesleyan tradition. Methodists from more than 132 countries around the world will attend. More information about the World Methodist Conference See more

The World Council of Churches promotes Christian unity in faith, witness and service for a just and peaceful world. An ecumenical fellowship of churches founded in 1948, today the WCC brings together 352 Protestant, Orthodox, Anglican and other churches representing more than 580 million Christians in over 120 countries, and works cooperatively with the Roman Catholic Church. The WCC general secretary is Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay from the Uniting Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa. Media contact: +41 79 507 6363; www.oikoumene.org/press Our visiting address is: World Council of Churches 150 route de Ferney Geneve 2 1211 Switzerland