Christian World Service (CWS) is seeking expressions of interest from persons who would be interested in being a member of its Board. Ideal person profile First and foremost: an empathy and understanding for the mission and purpose of Christian World Service and respect for its theological perspective, its history and ecumenical nature. For this vacancy […]
Read More...CWS is seeking expressions of interest for membership on its International Programmes Working Group. The Working Group, a sub-committee of the Board, is responsible for strategic decisions related to CWS partnerships, programmes and the international budget. It facilitates the voice of overseas partners in decision-making, including in the broader operations of CWS. We are looking […]
Read More...“On 19 July the Israeli Knesset passed a Basic Law which enshrines Israel as the “national home of the Jewish people” and states that the “right to exercise national self-determination within the State of Israel is unique to the Jewish people”. This action is of deep concern to me as a religious leader in the […]
Read More...Dear All, Greetings, please find below a statement issued by 16 ecumenical and international churches and agencies on the planned demolition of Khan al-Ahmar. We, the undersigned international faith-based, human rights and civil society organizations once again draw the attention of our respective governments to the urgent plight of the Palestinian Bedouin community of Khan […]
Read More...You are invited to a service of worship to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the founding of the World Council of Churches.The service will be held at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Khyber Pass, Aucklandon Sunday 22nd July at 6 p.m. All are welcome. The service is being held in conjunction with the World […]
Read More...The growing number of refugees is deeply worrying and an indication of the urgent need for global action according to Christian World Service. CWS is appealing for greater support to fund local relief for some of the most pressing humanitarian situations, and more action to address the drivers of displacement. “The level of humanitarian need […]
Read More...CWS is looking for applicants interested in a one year opportunity to learn about governance and strategic thinking. Under the guidance of the Mentoring Group, you will be able to take part in Board meetings, strategic discussions and participate in CWS initiatives. Find out more and download an application form. Available in Word.
Read More...Christian World Service abhors the senseless violence in Gaza that has left close to 100 people dead and many more injured. For the last six weeks, tens of thousands of people have gathered on the border with Israel to highlight the injustice of their situation. Most of the two million residents of Gaza have no […]
Read More...Christian World Service invites people of all ages to join the lifeline to refugees from Syria. Operation Refugee is a five-day challenge to live on the same food as in a refugee emergency food parcel. Students can sign up for the two-day challenge. At the same time, participants raise funds to help Syrian refugees in […]
Read More...CWS was seeking someone to maintain its database, assist with the website, and perform general administrative duties, including IT support.
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Christchurch 8140
New Zealand
Christian World Service is recorded on the Charities Register. The Registration number is CC22288.