World Communion of Reformed Churches·🇮🇩 Indonesia·
The World Communion of Reformed Churches reports that three Indigenous Papuan civilians were shot in Ainod Village, Maybrat District, Indonesia, on 13 August 2026. Witnesses state that individuals in military uniforms fired on the victims near the Kamundan River while they prepared a meal. The group says the victims were not evacuated until the next day, and two women required surgery. The outlet notes that witnesses and advocates have faced intimidation since the incident. The organization is calling for an investigation into the violence and for justice for the affected community.
The International Ecumenical Peace Convocation concluded on September 13 in South Korea. Rev. Philip Vinod Peacock, general secretary of the World Communion of Reformed Churches, delivered the closing sermon. He urged churches to pursue peacemaking by acknowledging irreversible loss and connecting with the wounded. The event, held from September 9 to 13, focused on world peace and the Korean Peninsula. Organizers included the World Council of Churches and the National Council of Churches in Korea. Participants discussed disarmament and reconciliation. Peacock referenced a 2018 visit to Pyongyang to illustrate how war destroys heritage. The gathering aims to strengthen the church's commitment to just peace in Northeast Asia.
The World Communion of Reformed Churches participated in an International Ecumenical Peace Convocation held in Seoul, South Korea, from September 9 to 13. Co-organized by several major Christian bodies, the event focused on the Korean Peninsula and global conflict zones. WCRC Executive Secretary Muna Nassar and Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb spoke about the need for genuine justice rather than superficial calm. Nassar emphasized that peace must be a demand on the powerful, while Raheb urged churches to address the root causes of conflict in Palestine and the Global South. The gathering concluded with plans for a peace declaration and a pilgrimage to the Demilitarized Zone.
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The World Communion of Reformed Churches expressed deep sorrow over catastrophic flash floods that struck a country in South Asia. A glacial collapse in the Himalayas sent mud and water into several districts, killing hundreds and leaving nearly a thousand missing. The group stated that many more were injured or displaced. They highlighted the disproportionate impact of climate catastrophes on communities with small carbon footprints. The organization pledged solidarity with victims in the region, honoring first responders and urging global prayer for the grieving and missing.
Rev. Philip Vinod Peacock, general secretary of the World Communion of Reformed Churches, visited El Salvador on August 12 to meet with leaders of the Iglesia Reformada Calvinista de El Salvador in San Salvador. According to the outlet, the visit aimed to deepen ties and affirm shared mission goals established at last year’s General Assembly. The church provides education, scholarships, and psychosocial support in areas like Soyapango. Discussions focused on strengthening solidarity efforts, reassessing regional alliances, and implementing hybrid theological training. The group plans to present new projects on food security and human mobility to the WCRC in September to enhance cooperation with the United Nations and other partners. (68 words)
On August 18, 2026, the GRAPE programme of the World Communion of Reformed Churches and St. Paul’s University in Limuru, Kenya, hosted a water conference. Attendees discussed achieving 50 liters of clean water per person daily by 2028. The GRAPE team highlighted research from Kibera and Narok showing how water scarcity harms women and girls. They argued that water is a constitutional right requiring specific policy quantification. The campaign proposes providing water or cash compensation where delivery is difficult. Organizers aim to establish a joint commission with the government to assess financial and political steps toward this goal.
World Communion of Reformed Churches·🇮🇩 Indonesia·
The World Communion of Reformed Churches has issued a call to prayer following recent earthquakes in Indonesia. The organization states that the tremors have shaken homes, displaced families, and caused fear and grief among communities. The group holds in prayer those who are injured, lost, or grieving. It joins with member churches in the region to seek divine comfort and strength. The prayer asks for wisdom for churches ministering amid chaos and for unity among believers responding to the suffering. The statement emphasizes support for those searching through rubble and those feeling isolated in their heartbreak.
The World Communion of Reformed Churches has issued a call to prayer following recent earthquakes in Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador. The organization states that the tremors have displaced families and caused grief across Latin America. The WCRC urges member churches, including Presbyterian groups in the affected nations, to minister to those who have lost homes or loved ones. The group emphasizes the need for spiritual support and practical aid for the displaced. This appeal aims to unite believers in responding to the suffering with hope and compassion during the recovery process.
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