ACT Alliance reports on the COP 28 climate negotiations. Perhaps not surprisingly, COP28 moved into overtime after the Presidency released a weak draft text on December 11, one that was met with disdain by many nations, including the US and the UK, and with civil society organisations and faith groups demanding stronger text. Although the […]
The Department of Service to Palestinian Refugees reported on the situation in Gaza: “The situation continues to be very dangerous and catastrophic, the Israeli airstrikes and artillery bombardment of buildings, institutions and residential locations are intense, stronger and nonstop. It’s creating more damage and forcibly displacing more people to the south, while the south has […]
Christian World Service launches Gaza Palestine Emergency Appeal Christian World Service has launched an emergency appeal to assist people who have been affected by the current conflict in the Middle East, particularly Gaza. Thousands of people have been killed, injured and displaced. Nearly two hundred people are being held as hostages. Hospitals including the Al […]
Christian World Service was pleased to welcome supporters and friends to the annual Supporters’ Council on November, 3, 2023 at All Saints Anglican at 786 Cumberland St, Ȭtepoti Dunedin and on Zoom. The meeting was hosted by Jill Hawkey, Board Chairperson. Presentations New National Director Rev Dr Tim Pratt introduced himself and the Christmas Appeal. […]
ACT Alliance Palestine Forum statement on the violence in the Gaza Strip
The ACT Alliance Palestine Forum has issued a second statement on the situation in Gaza The ACT Palestine Forum is appalled, and grief-stricken by the unacceptable attacks being committed against unarmed civilians. We condemn all violations of international law committed by both sides of the conflict and we deplore the attack that targeted innocent Palestinian […]
Christian World Service is appealing for donations to help people affected by a devastating storm in the northeast of Libya. People need food, water, shelter, blankets and medical care now. Buildings, bridges and road have been washed away. Many areas are without safe water or electricity. Last week (22/23) local partner Danchurchaid, a member of […]
But You Came and Cared People who have lived through violence, war and natural disasters may carry the trauma and pain for years. Our partners are often the only support to people and communities doing their best to overcome this trauma and pain. If you can please support our Winter Appeal for Psychosocial Care. . […]
CWS is pleased to welcome Rev Dr Tim Pratt as the new National Director. He writes: Kia ora CWS whanau I thought it worthwhile to introduce myself as the new Director of CWS, where I’m excited to share with you in our vision of a world where inclusion and diversity are respected, where human dignity, […]
Welcome to the Season of Creation Christian World Service welcomes the Season of Creation which begins today, September 1 and runs to October 4, the Feast of St Francis of Assis. The Season of Creation is a time to renew our relationship with our Creator and all creation through repenting, acting, and rejoicing together. During […]
CWS welcomes the publication of the ACT Alliance Climate Justice Advocacy Framework position paper 2023-26. This Framework and the work of our partners informs our climate justice advocacy. “This framework position sets out ACT’s resolve and ambition to advance climate leadership and action in this critical decade of action,” says Julius Mbatia, ACT’s Climate Justice […]