Gives thanks to God for the impact of the Living Water conferences on evangelism and leadership development in regional and national Baptist bodies; The General Council of the Baptist World Alliance, meeting in Prague, Czech Republic, July 20- 25, 2008; It is the BWAs hope that this collection will be useful to scholars, historians, denominational leaders, and clergy. RECOGNIZES that every human being is of intrinsic worth, being created in the image of God and possessing the possibility of fellowship with the God of the universe; Aware of the constant struggle for physical survival in this continent as well as in the world, the present conditions in the Sahel being one tragic example, would there draw attention to the statement quoted in the report of the BWAid Committee as follows. The people who voted for the resolutions, did so on their own behalf, not on behalf of their churches or conventions. The General Council of the Baptist World Alliance, meeting in Melbourne, Australia, resolves. Whereas, We hail with joy the fact that the Baptist World Alliance is giving such a large place to the social aspect of the gospel and the duty of Christian people to human society; and to the officers and churches of the Convencion Evangelica Bautista Argentina for the careful preparations, warm welcome, generous hospitality and interpretation service; BWA General Council Resolution 1981.6 The General Council of the Baptist World Alliance: Expresses appreciation for the initiative taken by the Church of Sweden (Lutheran) and its Archbishop in calling a Conference on Peace and Disarmament in Sweden in March 1982, Once again WE EXPRESS OUR PROFOUND CONCERN over international tensions, the armed conflicts in certain regions, the economic burden of large armaments and armed forces, the threat of nuclear annihilation of humanity; Recognizing the extreme importance of an effective beginning for the General Council and Study Commissions for the 1981-85 quinquennium, we express our deep appreciation: That there now be formed the World Baptist Young Peoples Union, the aim of which shall be the uniting of the young Baptists in all countries; the contribution, membership and organization shall be discussed and determined by the World Baptist Young Peoples Committee. The following resolutions were adopted on the recommendation of the Committee on Co-operation: We are pleased to share with you the entire set of Resolutions, Manifestos, Messages and Proclamations approved by delegates attending the Baptist World Alliance World Congresses from 1905 through 2015 (the 2020 Congress was postponed to 2021 due to the global pandemic). The General Council of the Baptist World Alliance {BWA), meeting in Izmir, Turkey, July 9-11, 2014: EXPRESSES concern the effects of drought and patterns of international trade and aid have exacerbated conditions of famine, poverty and disease amongst the many poor and disadvantaged peoples of the nations of the South, not least in the continent of Africa. 17 talking about this. THANKFUL TO Almighty God for the cessation of open war in Kuwait and Iraq, Thank you to Phil Newman, Paul Oates and Peter Leau. We express our grave disappointment over the breaches of international peace which have occurred in the past twelve months, especially but not limited to, the situation in the Falkland Islands-Islas Malvinas, and in Lebanon, Somalia, El Salvador and Afghanistan, among others. COMMENDS the Christian churches and missions in Africa, especially the Baptist congregations, for their commitment to the Great Commission of Matthew 28, which has resulted in some of the most vibrant and fastest growing Christian communities in the world; The General Council of the Baptist World Alliance Annual Gathering, meeting in Accra, Ghana, July 2-7, 2007: 32GC76 that the following resolution be adopted: AT THE ANNUAL DIRECTORS MEETING OF THE FLORIDA BAPTIST HISTORICAL SOCIETY MAY, 1991 STETSON UNIVERSITY DE LAND, FLORIDA . It would welcome the appointment of an international non-political Commission to ascertain the extent of the need and to devise means of relief.. Ever since the Baptist World Congress in Atlanta in 1939 the Baptist World Alliance has spoken out with regularity on behalf of religious freedom for all persons, and in more recent years on behalf of civil liberties generally. AFFIRMS that every child, from the time of conception, is of inestimable worth, having been created in the image of God, and possessing at an appropriate age the capacity to experience fellowship with God through personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; The General Council of the Baptist World Alliance, meeting in Mexico City, July 3-8, 2006: An Address was given by Prof. C. Schneider, Germany, on the subject: The Centenary of the German Baptists. 108. The General Council of the Baptist World Alliance, meeting in Prague, Czech Republic, July 20-25, 2008; During the Baptist World Alliance annual gathering in Birmingham, Ala., this past July, the heavens opened with torrential downpours of story after inspiring story of how the Holy Spirit is working among Baptists all over our world. Success! We look forward to meeting in person once again after multiple years of virtual meetings, but we are also working to provide virtual components for those that will not be able to join us in person, she said of the July 10-15 event that will be based at Samford University in Birmingham, Ala. We look forward to meeting in person once again after multiple years of virtual meetings, but we are also working to provide virtual components for those that will not be able to join us in person.. AcceptPreferences. NOTES the pain and suffering endured by innocent persons as a result of the imposition of international economic sanctions; Readers seeking to learn how Baptists on a global scale and across time have addressed the human condition in all of its variations (moral, social, economic, political, etc.) Resolutions | Baptist World Alliance Professor A.T. Ohrn, Norway, moved the following Resolution on Racialism That an attempt be made to produce simple literature for the children, including simple exposition and pictures.. RECALLS the contributions of English Anabaptist Richard Overton who encouraged Christians to discover human rights by recognizing the rule of God as revealed in Jesus; The General Council of the Baptist World Alliance meeting in Ocha Rios, Jamaica, July 1-6, 2013: But these statements would never have been proposed, much less adopted, if they were not considered indicative of the trends of opinion within the Baptist world. 2. We acknowledge with joy the work of Baptist churches, associations, unions and mission bodies in ministries of health and education and would strongly encourage bold new ventures in poverty areas. Rejoices in the work God is doing among his people in Zimbabwe and in particular through the Baptist churches in Zimbabwe; The General Council of the Baptist World Alliance meeting in Seville, Spain, July 8-13, 2002: It has served as a collective voice for religious freedom in. The Baptist World Alliance has announced its 2022 annual gathering will be convened both online and in-person after two years of virtual-only meetings due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Annual Gathering of the Baptist World Alliance began on Monday, July 27, in Ede, Netherlands. 2023 BWM Annual Meeting - Baptist World Mission The Baptist World Alliance holding its annual meeting of the General Council and related groups in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, July 7-14, 1991, has brought together Baptists from around the world for worship, fellowship, mutual encouragement, study, and planning. WHEREAS our sister in Christ, Victoria Tolbert, is incarcerated in Liberia following the death of her husband, William O. Tolbert, in a military coup, and An annual meeting of the general council governs the Alliance between congresses. The task of world evangelization is now for every Baptist convention and union. To learn more, review our privacy policies, Religious Freedom, Human Rights & Justice, Theological Reflection & Leadership Development, 2023 Baptist World Alliance Annual Gathering, Baptist World Alliance Appoints Director of Ministries, BWA Women to Host Global Day of Prayer Service, 2022 BWA Annual Gathering Focused on Racial Justice. More Details Stay Connected with the BWA Sign up to receive the latest news and prayer updates for our global Baptist family. The BWA has study commissions working on various concerns, themes and programmes. THANKFUL to God for the positive changes that have taken place in Eastern Europe and the whole of the Soviet Union, including the increasing freedom experienced in many aspects of the life of these nations, We, the delegates of the Eleventh Baptist World Alliance Congress held at Miami Beach, Florida, June 25-30, 1965, offer thanks to our Heavenly Father for the privilege of fellowship with Baptists gathered from the nations of the world. We regard an educational policy as of primary importance for the extension of the Baptist denomination in Europe, and we consider that the establishment or strengthening of Baptist seminaries for the training of pastors and evangelists should be undertaken without delay. Baptists in every land join with their fellow-Christians in the prayer that peace, both just and abiding, may come soon to the hearts of all mankind. To learn more, review our privacy policies, Religious Freedom, Human Rights & Justice, Theological Reflection & Leadership Development, Restorative Racial Justice & Flourishing Freedom (2022.3), Resolution Opposing Violence and Abuse of Women and Girls, Resolution on Religious Liberty in the USA, Resolution on the Humanitarian Crisis in Venezuela, Resolution on Religious Freedom in Russia, Resolution on Violations of Religious Freedom in Nigeria and the Lake Chad Region, Appendix II: Baptist World Alliance Resolutions Paper, Resolution on Freedom of Religion in the Lugansk Region in Eastern Ukraine, Resolution on Human Slavery and Trafficking, Resolution on Preserving the Primacy of Family in Immigration, Resolution on Current Manifestations of Religious Intolerance and Religiously-Motivated Violence, Humanitarian Crisis of the Mass Migration of Unaccompanied Minors in the Americas, Recognizing and Affirming the Calling of Women in the Church, Resolution on the Paris Agreement and Climate Change, Human Rights Based on the Work of Anabaptist Richard Overton, Crisis in the Middle East and North Africa, End to United States of America (USA) Embargo on Cuba, Gender Equality and Gender-Based Violence, Gratitude for Life and Ministry of George Liele, Christian Witness in a Multi-Religious World, Resolution on Theological Education and Leadership Formation, Resolution on the Naga Reconciliation Process, A Statement in Support of the Practices of Just Peacemaking, Prayer for Justice and Mercy for Nations and Peoples in Conflict, 400th Anniversary of the Formation of the First Baptist Congregation, Evangelism and Contextualization of the Gospel, Congratulations to Former USA President, Jimmy Carter, 200th Anniversary of the Passing of the Act to Abolish the Slave Trade in the British Colonies, Baptist World Aid and the Poor in Gods World, Resolution on Forgiveness of National Debts, Baptist World Aid and the Micah Challenge, Resolution on Conversations between Christian Communions, Withdrawal of the Southern Baptist Convention from the Family of the Baptist World Alliance, Involuntary Fingerprinting of Roma People in Italy, Religious Freedom Violations in Azerbaijan, Anniversary of William Careys Arrival in India, Prayer and Concern for the Eastern Part of Europe and the Soviet Union, Fifth Centennial of the Coming of Columbus and the Europeans to the Americas, United Nations Declaration Concerning Religious Intolerance and Discrimination, The International Year of Disabled Persons, Message to Baptist Churches Throughout the World, Theological Training and The Seminary Fund, Mans Stewardship and Survival on This Earth, Appreciation for Committees and Program Personnel, Resolution of Appreciation for Committee and Program Personnel, Resolution on Religious Liberty, Human Rights, World Peace and Public Morality, Working with Other Religions and Organizations for World Peace, Resolution on Separation of Church and State, Resolution on Baptist Witness and Evangelism, Centenary Appreciation for Charles Haddon Spurgeon. To the Baptists of Puerto Rico and especially to the Primera Iglesia Bautista de Carolina for their warm greetings and gracious hospitality. WASHINGTON (BP)--Baptist World Aid (BWAid), the relief and development arm of the Baptist World Alliance, has made initial emergency grants of $30,000 to help those who have fled the volcanic eruption of Mount Nyiragongo.
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