WCC concludes Zimbabwe solidarity visit, calls for Christian unity and human rights
WCC concludes Zimbabwe solidarity visit, calls for Christian unity and human rights
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Fri, 07/24/2026 - 23:46
As an ecumenical solidarity visit to Zimbabwe drew to a close, a delegation led by World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay reiterated the importance of human rights, Christian unity, and the work and witness of churches.
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During closing remarks at the Zimbabwe Council of Churches 48th General Assembly on 24 June, Pillay said he was pleased to respond to the call for a solidarity visit to the country.
“ We had great opportunities to speak with church leaders, civil society, government, and many other stakeholders to gain deeper insight into the situation in Zimbabwe,” said Pillay. “ We were impressed with the work and witness of the Zimbabwe Council of Churches with their many programmes, prophetic witness, and pastoral ministries.”
The assembly convened 22-24 July under the theme “Breaking Walls: Discerning the Signs of the Times.”
Pillay reiterated the WCC ’ s commitment to pray, walk, work, and witness with the Zimbabwe…
