The World Council of Churches (WCC) Commission of Young People in the Ecumenical Movement will hold its second in-person gathering in Accra, Ghana, from November 3 to 9, 2026. The event, themed around walking together to create spaces of healing, draws inspiration from the Ghanaian concept of solidarity and the biblical story of the road to Emmaus. According to the WCC, the meeting aims to strengthen ecumenical relationships, address challenges such as injustice and mental health, and empower youth voices. Participants will evaluate past work, identify priorities for the 2030 Assembly, and prepare for future initiatives like the 2027 Ecumenical Youth Connections Hub.
Open Doors UK and Ireland will submit the Arise Africa petition to government bodies on Thursday, November 12. This action marks a key moment for the three-year campaign advocating for justice and protection for the persecuted church in sub-Saharan Africa. The organization urges supporters to pray for the hand-in process and for the church in countries including Nigeria, Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya, Ghana, Cameroon, the Central African Republic, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to remain steadfast. Pastor Josiah emphasized that prayers are felt by believers in the region. The petition aims to secure sustained impact and restoration for Christians facing persecution.
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The World Council of Churches (WCC) Commission of Young People in the Ecumenical Movement will hold its second in-person gathering in Accra, Ghana, from November 3 to 9, 2026. The event, themed around walking together to create spaces of healing, draws inspiration from the Ghanaian concept of solidarity and the biblical story of the road to Emmaus. According to the WCC, the meeting aims to strengthen ecumenical relationships, address challenges such as injustice and mental health, and empower youth voices. Participants will evaluate past work, identify priorities for the 2030 Assembly, and prepare for future initiatives like the 2027 Ecumenical Youth Connections Hub.
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The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference launched a new Technical and Vocational Education and Training strategy on October 27 in Ghana. The policy aims to equip young people with practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship. Bishop Joseph Kwaku Afrifah-Agyekum stated the initiative strengthens Catholic institutions to meet emerging needs. He emphasized that education forms the whole person, including character and conscience. Bishop Emmanuel Kofi Fianu stressed that implementation is crucial for the policy's success. The bishops called for collaboration among the Church, government, and industry partners to ensure the strategy effectively supports national development and youth opportunities.
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