Christian leaders participating in the 16th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2006) – the world’s largest HIV/AIDS conference – gathered yesterday ahead of the summit to examine how faith leaders would fulfill their promises and challenge governments and others to be accountable for their promises.
With the theme of “Faith in Action: Keeping the Promise,” the ecumenical and interfaith pre-conference will take place Aug. 10-12 at the University of Toronto.
Over 500 faith-based participants will hear and discuss central challenges to their response to HIV and AIDS, including working with the most marginalised people living with HIV, cooperating with multi-lateral and civil society organisations and networks, and fulfilling the promises faith groups have made in response to AIDS.
“Statements and promises have been made that give people hope,” said Linda Hartke, coordinator of the Ecumenical Advocacy Alliance, in a statement released on Tuesday by the World Council of Churches. “These words must be put into action.”
-
From Tyndale to today: The enduring hunger for the Bible
-
800 years on: Why St Francis of Assisi still captivates the world
-
More than 4,200 Christians killed in Nigeria this year - report
-
Franklin Graham preaches with warning from Sodom in Manchester
-
‘We don’t want to lose the Holy Spirit as well as our skills’: What AI means for the Church
-
Christians condemn sexual violence following UN report on Russia-Ukraine conflict
Most Popular
News
Televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86
Jim Bakker, the controversial televangelist who once owned one of the most popular theme parks in the United States but later went to prison for his financial misconduct, has died at age 86.
Christian faith seen as ‘significantly more relevant’ to young people than church, new report finds
The Christian faith is perceived as “significantly more relevant to children” and young people than the church itself, according to new research which calls on churches to rethink how they engage the next generation.
Winnie-the-Pooh centenary marked with new Christian reflection resources for schools
Church schools are being invited to explore Christian values through the much-loved stories of Winnie-the-Pooh as part of new resources produced to mark the character’s 100th anniversary.
UK ranks seventh globally for daily Bible App use as searches for anxiety and hope rise
The UK has ranked seventh in the world for daily Bible App engagement, as new figures from YouVersion suggest growing numbers of people are turning to Scripture for reassurance, guidance and spiritual support.
