World Interfaith Harmony Week brings deepening cooperation

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The delegation of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue was formally received by WCC general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, Geneva, 5 February 2026, Photo: WCC
The delegation of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue was formally received by WCC general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, Geneva, 5 February 2026, Photo: WCC

Interreligious dialogue is acknowledged as a dynamic and relational process that enables communities of different faith traditions to encounter one another in mutual respect,” reads a communique from the meeting. It plays an essential role in strengthening social cohesion and peaceful coexistence by upholding human dignity and promoting respect, solidarity, and shared responsibility among peoples.”

Discussions focused on the central role of interreligious dialogue in the Christian witness of reconciliation in a fractured world, and on planning for the forthcoming 50th anniversary celebration of this collaboration.

The delegation of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue meeting with WCC staff, Geneva, 5 February 2026, Photo: WCC

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