Unity and Fraternity: Insights from the Global Christian Forum

At the Fourth World Gathering of the Global Christian Forum (GJF) in Accra, Pope Francis sent a message urging participants to deepen their faith and revitalise fraternal love, emphasising the unity Christians are called to embody

Last week at the Fourth World Gathering of the Global Christian Forum (GJF) in Accra, Pope Francis urged participants to deepen their faith and revitalise fraternal love, emphasising the unity Christians are called to embody.  The theme ‘That the World May Know’ underscores the mission to proclaim the love and truth of Jesus Christ to all nations. Through unity, Christians can better demonstrate the reconciling power of the Gospel.
 
The Forum, with its 25-year history, fosters dialogue and understanding among Christians of diverse traditions, promoting relations and mutual respect.  Archbishop Flavio Pace, who represented the Pope at the forum, echoed the Pope's sentiments, highlighting the Catholic Church’s synodal process and the shared commitment to unity among Christians.
 
In conclusion, the gathering in Accra exemplifies the potential for transcending differences and embracing a shared mission rooted in love and respect. As believers unite in prayer and dialogue, they embody the hope for Christian unity and solidarity worldwide.
 
Click here for a copy of the message from the fourth global gathering of GJF
 
The website for the Global Christian Forum (GCF)
 
Photo courtesy of the Global Christian Forum

Article by Dr Ian Watson, County Ecumenical Officer for Churches Together in Norfolk and Waveney