World Council of Churches Issues Call for Life, Justice, and Peace
Council commissions gathering in Thailand have called for international solidarity in the face of global crises and risks brought by new technologies.
World Council of Churches (WCC) commissions and reference groups have issued a call to prophetic action for life, justice, and peace amidst a global polycrisis.
Thailand Gathering and Host
The meeting was held from October 4-9, 2026, in Chiang Mai, Thailand, hosted by the Christian Conference of Asia and the Church of Christ in Thailand.
Global Crises and Technological Risks
Participants emphasized that they are passing through a profound period of polycrisis where creation is being harmed and new technologies harbor both hope and danger.
Historical Connections and Current Threats
The conference message drew attention to similarities between the current global situation and the 1937 Oxford Conference on Church, Community and State.
The meeting also addressed current issues such as the resurgence of xenophobia, discrimination against refugees and migrants, and populist nationalism.
Ecumenical Solidarity and Internationalism
The conference placed a strong emphasis on the resilience of the ecumenical movement and the importance of defending internationalism as a Christian virtue.