4 Mar, 2022

A pall of ashes covers Ukraine: Christians join prayer for peace

n Ash Wednesday, 2 March, Christians from around the globe joined in a powerful prayer service of lament and solidarity with all those suffering from the effects of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

3 Mar, 2022

CEC president urges Patriarch Kirill to raise his voice against Ukraine war

President of CEC Rev. Christian Krieger has urged Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia to raise his voice clearly against Russian aggression in Ukraine and contribute toward efforts to end the war and realise peace.

28 Feb, 2022

European churches focus on reconciliation and unity ahead of WCC Assembly

Moved by Christ’s love, European churches affirm their contribution toward reconciliation and unity. Speaking in the context of secular and plural European societies, over 150 participants of the European Regional Pre-Assembly of CEC gathered online, addressing crucial topics, including the war in Ukraine, and preparing for the 11th Assembly of the World Council of Churches, which will be held later this year in Karlsruhe, Germany.

25 Feb, 2022

CEC president calls for peace in Ukraine at the European Regional Pre-Assembly

President of CEC Rev. Christian Krieger in his special message at the first day of the European Regional Pre-Assembly called the European Union, political leaders and the international community to not spare any efforts in limiting bloodshed and ensuring peace through diplomatic dialogue in Ukraine, while maintaining the international order.

23 Feb, 2022

Ukraine: CEC together with global Christian organisations condemns assault, calls for peace, invites to prayer

Four Christian organisations are strongly condemning the advance of the Russian military into Ukraine and the assault that began on the night of 24 February 2022. They call for Russian troops to be brought back to Russia and an immediate end to the conflict. “Peace must prevail,” they insist.

21 Feb, 2022

Reflections on CEC Assembly theme: Under God’s blessing – shaping the future

Rev. Anders Gadegaard from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Denmark shares reflections on CEC’s upcoming Assembly theme “Under God’s blessing – shaping the future”. Hosted by CEC Member Churches in Estonia, the 16th General Assembly of CEC will take place from 14 – 20 June 2023 in Tallinn. Gadegaard serves as member of CEC Governing Board and chair of CEC Assembly Planning Committee.

21 Feb, 2022

CEC Assembly in Estonia will focus on the theme “Under God’s blessing – shaping the future”

CEC is set to hold its 16th General Assembly from 14 – 20 June 2023 in Tallinn, Estonia, exploring the theme “Under God’s blessing – shaping the future”.

21 Feb, 2022

Bishop Nick Baines reflects on how CEC can help churches amplify its collective voice

Bishop Nick Baines, bishop of Leeds in the Church of England, is a board member of CEC. Below, he reflects on how churches can bring their unique collective voice to carry faith into the public arena.

15 Feb, 2022

Safer and stronger communities in France

The safety of worship places in France, and Europe in general, was brought into focus by CEC, in a meeting held in Paris between CEC President Rev. Christian Krieger, CEC Executive Secretary for Human Rights Dr Elizabeta Kitanovic and members of the French Parliament Isabelle Florennes and Ludovic Mendes.