Message from the General Secretary of the World Council of Churches to the Education Commission
WCC General Secretary Pillay sent a message of support to the members of the Ecumenical Education and Formation Commission meeting from October 5 to 9.
World Council of Churches (WCC) General Secretary Pillay offered encouragement through a message sent to commission members who gathered to assess the state of ecumenical education globally and advance the cause of formation.
Purpose and Dates of the Commission Meeting
Members of the WCC Ecumenical Education and Formation Commission gathered from October 5 to 9 to plan future work, review existing initiatives, and evaluate the commission's mandates.
The meeting provides an important gathering ground for members to conduct weekly assessments and share reflections.
Theological Emphases in Pillay's Message
Expressing his gratitude for members traveling long distances to attend the meeting, General Secretary Pillay stated that the theological imperatives to overcome global crises are clearer than ever.
Following the celebrations of the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, it was emphasized that the ancient and life-giving faith must be addressed in every context.
Freedom Provided by Ecumenical Learning
Pillay stated that ecumenical learning processes liberate people from narrow-minded thinking and guide them toward working with open minds.
It was conveyed that discerning God's will in challenging times is of critical importance for producing solutions suited to the needs of the age.