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12. February 2026

Seven young theologians will offer short weekly reflections. Reading these familiar texts with open minds, they ask: what resonates with us today?

22. January 2026
Junita Junita, Vice-Chairwoman of the EMS General Assembly

Theological reflection by Junita, Deputy Chair of the EMS General Assembly: What holds us together in a fragmented world? Paul’s image of the body of Christ invites us to understand unity not as perfection, but as…

20. January 2026

As a fellowship based on solidarity, the EMS brings churches and people together – not only worldwide, but also at regional level. A good example of this are the ten EMS member churches in Indonesia which learn from…

17. December 2025

Wherever strife gives way to harmony – in mutual acceptance of one another despite all differences – that is the place where Christmas can be found. That is where God's love for humanity becomes visible on the Feast…

15. December 2025
ChatGPT:  Children of the LR Schmidt Primary School in Genadendal are playing a game.

With a strong sign of connectedness and shared responsibility, an important step toward a more child-friendly church within the international EMS community was taken in Cape Town.

14. December 2025
Group photo with Christians from Ghana.

Mission thrives on personal encounters and reciprocal exchanges. Mission needs ecumenical vision and ecumenical cooperation if it is to consider itself part of God's work in this world. Partnerships at church and…

13. December 2025
Christians from Cameroon and Ghana celebrate a worship service together with the EMS in the Waldkirche.

Christianity around the world is diverse and multicultural, thriving on the differences between people from different countries and continents. These people often organise themselves into communities based on their…

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As an ecumenical fellowship we need people to share their experiences and skills with others and together work on reaching our goals. With our churches in Asia, Africa and the Middle East we are therefore always on the look-out for for professions in the fields of theology, education, medicine and/or commerce.

 

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