WCC Commission of Young People in the Ecumenical Movement meeting opens in Ghana

WCC Commission of Young People in the Ecumenical Movement meeting opens in Ghana

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Thu, 11/05/2026 - 07:36

The World Council of Churches (WCC) Commission of Young People in the Ecumenical Movement opened its meeting in Accra, Ghana, on 4 November under the theme “ Journeying Together: Creating Healing Spaces.”

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Youth Commissioners arriving at the Presbyterian Church of Ghana Covenant congregation, Dzorwulu.

Photo: Rhoda Mphande/WCC

Guided by the Ghanaian expression “ Biako Ye” (togetherness), the gathering is bringing young people together to strengthen ecumenical relationships, share experiences, and explore how churches and communities can become spaces of healing, reconciliation, and hope.

Rooted in the biblical account of the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13–35), the theme emphasizes the importance of accompaniment, listening, and solidarity in responding to challenges facing young people today, including injustice, conflict, exclusion, mental health concerns, and the emerging impact of artificial intelligence.

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Rev. Dr Ibrahim Wushishi Yusuf,…