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“Ecumenical Horizons” is a weekly program that features spiritual, cultural, intellectual, educational, youth and environmental topics.

An Episode Within the "Community Knowledge" Series

Praises and supplications from the Papal Logos Centre in Wadi El Natrun to the whole world

The Middle East Council of Churches Participates in the Joy of the Gathering for the Occasion

Media of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) - Egypt

"75 Years of Giving in Obedience to God and Service to the Church." This is how the Coptic Evangelical Organization for Social Services (CEOSS) in Egypt intends to embody its work and service with love, in order to support humanity and every human being, emphasizing the need to defend their rights and preserve their dignity.

The organization celebrates 75 years of giving today, marking the anniversary of its founding and affirming its commitment to continuing to work with faith, hope, and a unified vision.

Culminating a journey of national giving and developmental and social service, the organization held a cultural celebration at the American University in Cairo, attended by Reverend Dr. Andrea Zaki, Head of the Evangelical Commity in Egypt, and Head of the Coptic Evangelical Organization for Social Services (CEOSS).

The celebration documented the joint work implemented by CEOSS with the Egyptian State institutions to serve everyone without discrimination.

Between 30 November and 2 December 2025

Participants in the Sixth World Conference of the World Council of Churches’ Commission on Faith and Order on a journey towards the heart of the Coptic Orthodox Church, in Wadi El Natrun, Egypt, with the participation of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC)

Participants in the Sixth World Conference of WCC' Faith and Order Commission Discover the Heritage of the Coptic Orthodox Church

Media of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) - Egypt

Following the footsteps of the Apostles of Jesus Christ, and as messengers of hope and faith, they left their concerns and work behind and embarked on a journey of pilgrimage, Prayer, and discovery into the heart of the Coptic Orthodox Church, delving into its traditions and deepening its history.

They are the participants in the Sixth World Conference of the World Council of Churches' Faith and Order Commission, held at the Papal Logos Center in Wadi El Natrun, Egypt.

The participants culminated the third day of the conference, by visiting ancient, historic Religious Sites belonging to the Coptic Orthodox Church.

An Ecumenical journey brought together representatives from various Churches to learn about the heritage and rich resources of the Coptic Orthodox Church. This cultural journey was embodied by a sincere fraternal spirit determined to celebrate the richness of diversity and love for others.

Various activities alongside the sessions of the second day of the Sixth World Conference of the World Council of Churches' Commission on Faith and Order

China Christian Daily

during the World Council of Churches' Faith and Order Conference in Egypt:

"The importance of such global conferences lies in the fact that they bring Christians together to learn about each other, their heritage and cultures... Such meetings develop knowledge, unite people, and strengthen relationships among them to think and work together. Let us cooperate in work and dialogue to serve humanity!"

MECC Secretary General Professor Michel Abs: “Christianity is about togetherness between all”

Speakers: “Youth are the present and future of the Church and have a significant role in working for Christian unity”

Media of the Middle East Council if Churches (MECC) - Egypt

Statements, inquiries, and exchange of experiences about Christian unity and the importance of working towards it today were the focus of a press conference held as part of the Sixth World Conference of the World Council of Churches' Commission on Faith and Order, held under the title "Where now visible unity?" at the Papal Logos Centre in Wadi El Natrun, Egypt.

Speakers included Reverend Professor Jerry Pillay, WCC General Secretary, Reverend Professor Stephanie Dietrich, Moderator of the WCC Faith and Order Commission, Professor Michel Abs, MECC Secretary General, His Eminence Metropolitan Thomas of Elqousia & Mir Assiut, His Eminence Archbishop Angelos of London, His Grace Bishop Abraham, Auxiliary Bishop, Diocese of Los Angeles et al., and Dr. Andrej Jeftić, Director of Faith and Order Commission.

From his part, the Secretary General of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) Professor Michel Abs mentioned that "the conference is an opportunity to review the achievements of the past and explore the aspirations and visions for the next period.

Christianity is about togetherness between all, regardless of the differences in Church families and cultures.”

An Episode Within the "Community Knowledge" Series

The St. Mark Foundation for Coptic Heritage Seeks to Consolidate Coptic Culture

Media of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) - Egypt

The activities of the Sixth World Conference of the Faith and Order Commission of the World Council of Churches (WCC), held at the Papal Logos Center in Wadi El Natrun, Egypt, are not only a series of Theological and scientific sessions and lectures, but also an opportunity to discover the richness of the Coptic Orthodox Church and its heritage through various cultural, traditional, and Liturgical ways.

In this context, the St. Mark Foundation for Coptic Heritage presents an exhibition featuring a collection of photos documenting the most prominent historical Coptic Orthodox Monasteries and Churches in Egypt, so the conference’s participants can check it in detail and delve into the culture and heritage.

Notably, the exhibition is being held in the outdoor section of the conference hall, allowing participants to visit it at any time and learn about the historical eras that have shaped the path of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

Consolidating Human Fraternity and Promoting the Ecumenical Spirit

Media of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) - Egypt

Photos: World Council of Churches (WCC)

The eyes of the world are today on the Arab Republic of Egypt, specifically on the Papal Logos Center in Wadi El Natrun, where the global Ecumenical family is gathering to Pray and celebrate together the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council in Nicaea in 352.

This historic event, organized by the Faith and Order Commission of the World Council of Churches (WCC) under the title "Where now for visible unity?", is taking place from October 24 to 29, 2025, and hosted by the Coptic Orthodox Church.

More than 400 attendees from Church leaders, Religious and Ecumenical leaders, and even youth, from around the world are participating in the conference’ sessions and delved into the various topics and issues it raises about the Council of Nicaea and the importance of Christian unity.

This unity is truly embodied by the participants, with their diverse traditions, the richness of their Churches, and the experiences they share in an atmosphere of fraternity, joy, and determination to continue cooperation, solidarity, and working together.

“Christian unity is much more visible than we think… The Christ is one and we are one, and in His name we celebrate life and salvation.

As Christians, we develop huge number of togetherness settings.

Christians accept each other regardless their differences.

We are in a way one… Unity is there we just need to know how to live it”

Being held under the theme “Where now for visible unity?”, at the Papal Logos Center in Wadi El Natrun, Egypt

Being held under the theme “Where now for visible unity?”, between 24 and 29 October 2025, at the Papal Logos Center in Wadi El Natrun, Egypt