The Joint Consultative Group engaged in Bible studies, shared ecclesial stories and personal faith journeys, reflected on Christian diversity, and reaffirmed common methodologies for future work. Daily sessions were accompanied by morning prayers organized by group members. Diversity was recognized as a gift of the life-giving Spirit. It was acknowledged that recognizing diversity within one’s own church helps cultivate appreciation for diversity in others who are part of the Body of Christ. The diversity present in the churches was seen as an invitation to value and learn from the different languages and vocabularies each uses to express faithful discipleship. The Joint Consultative Group affirmed several key theological insights, including that diversity should reflect the communion of the triune God; and that there should be no division in the Body of Christ. Theological reflections and storytelling will continue to guide the group’s methodology, helping to reveal the ways God is working through diversity to bring about unity. Next year’s focus will be on “Purpose.” Grounded in love and strengthened by the Spirit, the Joint Consultative Group will seek to discern the collective purpose that binds Christians together. Key questions will include: What is the collective purpose that unites us? How can we work collaboratively in alignment with God’s plan? At 27th Pentecostal World Conference, WCC general secretary urges “we need one another to better discern the voice of Christ” (WCC news release, 4 June 2025) | 
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