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2004

27.08.2004

WCC leader recognizes "prophetic role" of churches in Korean unity and peace
"Churches are called to play a prophetic role in the promotion of justice, peace and reconciliation in both North and South at this critical point in Korean history," stated WCC central committee moderator Catholicos Aram I of the Armenian Apostolic Church (Cilicia) in Seoul, as the WCC executive committee adopted a declaration focusing on Korean reunification.
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26.08.2004

WCC executive committee calls for international peace-keeping force and investigation of war crimes in Darfur
The WCC executive committee meeting in Seoul from 24-27 August has deplored the ongoing humanitarian disaster and forced displacement of civilians in Western Sudan, and has urged the African Union and the United Nations to provide for an international peace-keeping force, the investigation of war crimes, and the full deployment of independent observers to monitor the ceasefire and human rights in the region. Read more

24.08.2004

President recognizes "fundamental assistance" of WCC to Korean democracy
South Korean president Roh Moo-hyun has expressed his strong appreciation of the World Council of Churches (WCC) and the ecumenical movement for its "fundamental assistance" in support of human rights and democratization in his country. He has also welcomed the contribution of the churches to promoting a peaceful reunification of divided Korea. Read more

23.08.2004

Kobia salutes church growth in Korea and Asia, calls for renewal of ecumenical spirituality
World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia has recognized the dynamic growth of Christianity in Korea and Asia, and has appealed to Asian churches to take new responsibility in the global ecumenical movement. But he also warns against a "superficial Christianity" which does not respond to the spiritual yearning of people in the modern world. Read more

16.08.2004

WCC executive committee to meet for first time in Korea; general secretary to visit Korean churches
The vitality of the churches and the ecumenical movement in Korea and the region will be at the centre of attention during a 24-27 August 2004 World Council of Churches (WCC) executive committe meeting in Seoul. The meeting will be preceded by a visit by the WCC general secretary to the Korean churches from 18-20 August 2004 Read more