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The Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC), under the leadership of General Secretary Rev. Wilfred Dimingo, has departed for Johannesburg, South Africa, to participate in the World Council of Churches (WCC) Pre-Central Committee Conference. Themed "Prophetic Witness for Life, Justice, and Peace," this important gathering seeks to strengthen the Church’s prophetic voice in addressing the pressing social, economic, and political issues of Southern Africa.
Drawing deep inspiration from the historic Kairos Document, the conference will serve as a platform to reignite and reframe the Church’s role in advancing justice and peace in contemporary contexts. Through reflection, worship, and action-oriented dialogue, participants aim to revitalize the Church’s commitment to transformative witness.
Centenary Celebration: A Century of Justice and Engagement
📅 Sunday, 15 June marks a significant milestone as the ZCC joins hands with local churches in a joint worship service to commemorate 100 years since the inaugural Life and Work conference. This momentous occasion celebrates a century of ecumenical efforts to engage society for justice, a tradition rooted in unity, faith, and action.
Deep Dive into Thematic Issues
📚 16–17 June will feature four thematic seminars that delve into critical issues affecting communities across the region:
1️⃣ Ecumenical Diakonia, Climate Justice & Sustainable Development
2️⃣ Kairos, Anti-Racism & Decolonization
3️⃣ Women in the Church & Peacebuilding
4️⃣ Land, Water & Food Justice
These sessions will offer participants an opportunity to share experiences, build solidarity, and craft practical theological responses to challenges confronting African societies today.
The event brings together key partners including:
- AACC – CETA Youth
- Brot für die Welt
- Christian Aid
- Tearfund
- Norwegian Church Aid Southern Africa
- GIZ – German International Cooperation
As the ZCC takes part in these critical #ConversationsOfHope and #ReflectionsOfHope, the gathering is expected to amplify the Church’s prophetic role and strengthen collaborative action for life, justice, and peace in the region.
📷 Image Credit: Oikos Studio
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