WCC NEWS: A life-changing experience for some WCC stewards—find out why

Meet some of the dedicated, enthusiastic stewards at the World Council of Churches (WCC) central committee. They aren’t just the future of the ecumenical movement—they are the “now!” From producing dramas, to leading prayers, from handling logistics, to communicating prophetic messages, their voices are at the heart of the WCC governing body’s meeting, taking place in Johannesburg, South Africa from 18-23 June.  23 June 2025 Meet the stewards at the WCC central committee in Johannesburg, South Africa Hear how Amanda Ljung, from the Uniting Church in Sweden, looked forward to meeting new people—because she loves people! Find out how Nielbert Mostert, from the Dutch Reformed Church was skeptical when he first arrived—but now has made lifelong friendships.  Learn why Akim Panther, from the Moravian Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands, says: “I’ve had one of the richest experiences I’ve ever had."   WCC Central Committee, June 2025   Video recording of the Central committee Day 3   WCC central committee moderator: “we will continue our pilgrimage, praying and doing justice” (WCC news release, 18 June 2025)   WCC general secretary reflects on daring to hope amid struggle (WCC news release, 18 June 2025)   Welcomed by African churches, WCC central committee opens (WCC news release, 19 June 2025)   Daily livestream sessions   Photos: WCC Central Committee 2025 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 Chemin du Pommier 42 Kyoto Building Le Grand-Saconnex CH-1218 Switzerland