| | | | | CUG 2025/NCC 75th Anniversary Celebration, October 13–16 | Residents, church members, family members, neighbors, and friends in Greater Boston are invited to attend the public worship services to be held in conjunction with NCC's 75th Anniversary Celebration and annual Christian Unity Gathering. Note: Registration is not required to attend the worship services. | | | | | ARE YOU FOLLOWING NCC ON SOCIAL MEDIA? Check out our social media accounts for NCC updates! | | | | CJM, Partners Host 'Witness for Creation Justice' Public Events | | Participants at the Washington, DC event. Photo: Creation Justice Ministries | | | | | Throughout the Season of Creation, Creation Justice Ministries gathered with their partners across the country for Witness for Creation Justice public events. At each of these public prayer services, they proclaimed — drawing on the words of the Prophet Isaiah — that God’s planet and people deserve justice, protection, and peace. These gatherings were an expression of the kind of public theology that supporters work day in and day out to cultivate: a politics rooted in connection with creation, love of neighbor, and the pursuit of justice for all of God’s creation and people. The National Council of Churches was among the partners offering CJM support in planning the gatherings. Other partners were: A Rocha USA, African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME), the Alliance of Baptists, Anabaptist Climate Collaborative, Arizona Interfaith Power and Light, the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA), General Board of Church and Society, Georgia Interfaith Power and Light, Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns, Mennonite Central Committee, Michigan Interfaith Power and Light, National Religious Partnership for the Environment (NRPE), Passionist Solidarity Network, Plainsong Farm, Presbyterian Church (USA), Reformed Church of America, Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice, and the United Church of Christ.
Highlights from the gatherings, held in four cities, are available to watch in the video below. | | | OCC to Host Retirement Celebration for Executive Director, Rev. Jack Sullivan, Jr. | | | | RNS to Host 'God, Government and the Algorithm: The New Rules of Belief and Power', October 22 | | Religion is being reshaped—by political polarization, technological disruption, and shifting cultural norms. Join Religion News Service (RNS) on October 22, for a free, one-day event that dives into the big questions: Who has the power to define belief today? And what comes next?
For nearly a century, RNS has reported on faith with depth and independence. In October, we’re bringing together some of the sharpest thinkers—journalists, scholars, activists, philanthropists, and spiritual leaders—for bold conversations on the future of religion in public life.
Click the button below for more information and the speaker line-up
Seats are limited, and the lineup is still building. Save your spot today! | | | Kairos Center Offers New Resource for World Communion Day | | World Communion Sunday invites Christians across the globe to gather at one table—lifting up our shared faith, dismantling barriers to unity, and committing ourselves to justice, peace, and the flourishing of all people. It is a day to reflect on what true communion means in a world scarred by poverty, war, and division, and to embody God’s call for equity and love in tangible ways.
For this World Communion Sunday, the Kairos Center is sharing a powerful new liturgical resource created by Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis for Synod School summer 2025, hosted by the Synod of Lakes and Prairies of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Throughout the week, participants worshiped with prayers, liturgies, rituals, and songs from We Pray Freedom: Liturgies and Rituals from the Freedom Church of the Poor, sparking an overwhelming response and confirming the deep hunger for worship rooted in justice.
| 'We Pray Freedom' Book Launch Event | | Join Freedom Church of the Poor for an in-person launch event, We Pray Freedom: Liturgies and Rituals from the Freedom Church of the Poor. Participants gather for an evening of healing, remembrance, and collective action—lifting up the prayers, songs, and rituals that sustain their movements for justice. Help Kairos Center spread the word—invite your friends, family, and comrades in struggle to be part of this powerful celebration!
| | Peace Fellowship Church Calls Prayer Guard to Surround DC with Prayer! | | | | Christian Conference of Asia Hosts
AI Conference | | Participants of the International Consultation on ‘Artificial Intelligence and Posthumanism: Ethical and Theological Perspectives’. Photo: CCA | Cyberjaya, Malaysia—The international consultation on ‘Artificial Intelligence and Posthumanism: Ethical and Theological Perspectives’ organized by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) began on October 1, in Cyberjaya.
In his opening address, CCA General Secretary Dr. Mathews George Chunakara stated, “We live in an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the world at every moment. What was once imagined as a futuristic possibility has now become a present reality, and AI is transforming industries, institutions, and even the rhythms of daily life.”
While outlining the rapid advancements of AI that have ushered in an era of unprecedented innovation, the CCA General Secretary said, “AI is presenting both remarkable opportunities for human flourishing and complex ethical and societal challenges; from education to commerce, from medical services to social services, from ecclesial to political—no sector remains untouched by the generative and disruptive power of this transformative technology.” | | | Minnesota Council to Host 'Moving Toward Healing," with Dr. Anton Treuer | | Ojibwe scholar Dr. Anton Treuer will deliver a prophetic truth-telling message on “Moving Toward Healing" in partnership with MCC Racial Justice Truth & Reparations on October 21. | Join the Minnesota Council of Churches for an inspiring evening with Dr. Anton Treuer—Ojibwe scholar, celebrated author, and renowned racial equity educator—as he explores pathways to racial justice through truth-telling, cultural humility, and community healing. Drawing from his deep experience in Native American history, language revitalization, and equity work, Dr. Treuer will challenge participants to move beyond reforming broken systems and instead build new frameworks of liberation and fairness for all.
This event is free and open to the public; pre-registration is required. Note: Parking at Metro State University is $8.00. Musical guests will set the stage for this conversation. Dr. Treuer will have books available for sale. Anton Treuer (pronounced troy-er) is Professor of Ojibwe at Bemidji State University and has a B.A. from Princeton University and M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Minnesota. He is building an Ojibwe teacher training program at Bemidji State University, and his work in equity, education, and culture has put him on a path of service across the nation and the world. | | | | | Immigrant communities in the U.S. face many challenges, from displacement and discrimination to systemic barriers, but they also carry incredible resilience and strength. Cultural traditions of care, faith, and collective strength sustain these communities, and faith communities often play a vital role in supporting their well-being, offering spaces of belonging, hope, and care.
Register to join the North Carolina Council of Churches for an Abundant Life in Action webinar and explore how to support the mental and emotional well-being of immigrants.
Tuesday, October 7 Noon - 1 p.m. | | | | News from Friendship Press | | | | How did a gathering of early church leaders 1700 years ago shape the faith of billions? In Nicaea: The Council and Creed that Defined Christianity, leaders from diverse Christian traditions reflect on the impact of the historic Nicene Creed. This timely volume explores the Creed’s enduring relevance, its strengths and weaknesses, its crucial role in shaping theology and ministry across centuries, and its guiding importance for the future of faith.
Coming from the Faith and Order table of the National Council of Churches, Nicaea invites readers to rediscover the depth and vitality of the creed that continues to shape the heart of Christian belief. Whether you’re a pastor, theologian, or layperson seeking to deepen your understanding, this book will inspire a renewed appreciation for the legacy of this foundational moment in Christian history.
Regular price: $24.99 | | Friendship Press Launches
The People's Book Podcast | | Listen to the new Friendship Press podcast, The People's Book, available now on Apple Podcasts. | | | | One Home One Future Sponsors
‘Green Finances’ | | Finances are an essential part of just and equitable climate solutions. Green banking encourages investment in sustainable, low-carbon industries and can be a great way for you to care for creation. One Home One Future has tools available to help you begin your green banking journey. | | | NRCAT Joins 'Journey to Justice' Bus Tour | | The National Religious Campaign Against Torture has begun the Journey to Justice Bus Tour, which launched September 4. Initiated by Unlock the Box and Look2Justice, this unprecedented national tour is co-sponsored by NRCAT and blends education, connection, activism, and art, all aimed at galvanizing the public around the imperative to end solitary confinement.
Check out the list of remaining tour stops below and share them with your family and friends along the route. Visit the Journey to Justice Bus Tour website for more details on the events at each tour stop.
Oct 3-4: New Orleans, LA
Oct 8-10: Chicago, IL
Oct 11-12: Madison, WI
Oct 15-16: Lansing, MI
Oct 17: Ann Arbor, MI
Oct 20: Buffalo, NY
Oct 22: Bedford Hills, NY
Oct 23: New York City, NY
Oct 25-26: Philadelphia, PA
Oct 29: Baltimore, MD
Oct 30-31: Washington, D.C.
| | CCA to Hold Asian Ecumenical Women’s Conference in November 2025 | | Chiang Mai, Thailand—Ten years after consistent engagement with Asian women through the Ecumenical Women’s Action Against Violence initiated in 2015, the CCA is now organizing an Asian Ecumenical Women’s Conference (AEWC-2025), which will be held in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from November 11–15.
AEWC 2025 will convene Christian women leaders, theologians, ecumenical church representatives, and women’s rights advocates across Asia to strengthen advocacy, amplify collective impact, build a united commitment to end violence against women, and promote gender justice.
The deadline for receiving applications at the CCA Secretariat is October 2, 2025.
For the Application Form and more details about the Asian Ecumenical Women's Conference (AEWC) 2025, please click the following links: | | | NCCC’s Partners in Health and Wholeness Sponsor One-day Summit, October 21 | | Join the North Carolina Council of Churches’ Partners in Health and Wholeness Initiative for a one-day Summit, where faith and behavioral health will intersect to address mental health, substance use, trauma, and resilience. Behavioral health encompasses the emotional, psychological, and social aspects of well-being, and this gathering will explore how faith communities can provide compassionate support and practical tools for healing and wholeness.
Registration is $20.
Tuesday, October 21, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church, Boone
131 Big Valley Street, Boone, NC | | | Join the Congo Global Prayer Campaign | | WASHINGTON, DC – Friends of the Congo, The National Council of Churches in Christ, Trinity United Church of Christ, The Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, Living Water AME Church, Redeemers Church of Christ, The United Methodist Church General Board of Church and Society, along with a collective of other faith institutions will kick off their Congo Global Prayer Campaign on Sunday, October 19. This yearlong worldwide, interfaith initiative calls for people across the globe to stand in solidarity with the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) through united, intentional prayers for peace, justice, and healing. | | | WCC Seeks Support for
Thursdays in Black
| | Help WCC extend the reach of Thursdays in Black.
First, PLEDGE to stop sexual and gender-based violence through advocacy, awareness-raising, and activism.
Each Thursday, wear black to demonstrate your commitment to end SGBV, and POST your selfie (or an advocacy note) to social media. And remember to PRAY for victims, survivors, and perpetrators for trauma transformation and healing from woundedness that results in victimizing others.
PREPARE your own Bible studies for online usage. Or share liturgies you’ve prepared for community events.
The work doesn’t stop on Thursdays; WCC aims to heighten awareness at every opportunity.
Visit the website for more information and resources. Share your ideas to PROMOTE the campaign with at nas@wcc-coe.org. | | Applications Open for 2026–2027 Ecumenical Institute at Bossey | | The chapel of the Ecumenical Institute at Bossey. Photo: Ivars Kupcis/WCC
The Ecumenical Institute at Bossey, part of the World Council of Churches (WCC) and attached to the University of Geneva, is accepting applications for its 2026–2027 academic programs in ecumenical studies. These internationally recognized programs offer unique opportunities for theological formation, intercultural exchange, and ecumenical engagement.
Four distinct study options are available: Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Ecumenical Studies Complementary Certificate in Ecumenical Studies (CC) Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Ecumenical Studies Intensive English Summer Course (EC)
Application deadline: November 30 | | | Congressional Black Caucus Annual NREI Summit, November 1 | | Come to New Orleans to commemorate five years of the National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice (NREI)! The 2025 NREI Summit will bring together thought leaders, advocates, and changemakers committed to advancing racial equity across the justice and education systems. Come and explore transformative solutions that center Black communities and reimagine pathways to opportunity and justice. From dynamic conversations to community-focused engagement, the Summit will offer space to reflect, strategize, and build power. 📌 Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details on programming and registration. | | | NC Council of Churches Prepares for
90th Anniversary Celebration | | This November, the North Carolina Council of Churches will celebrate 90 years of prophetic witness, faith-rooted advocacy, and ecumenical partnership. We invite everyone to celebrate with us for a day of worship, community, and joy!
NCCC invites congregations and organizations to join this historic milestone by becoming a sponsor for the event. Sponsorship will offer a unique opportunity to support our continued work for justice while also receiving exclusive benefits, including:
VIP access to a private reception with the Right Reverend Michael B. Curry Reserved seating during the worship service, where Bishop Curry will deliver a powerful message, followed by a live podcast recording of Everything Happens with Kate Bowle
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