Functions
As a regional ecumenical movement, the Christian Conference of Asia continues to strive for:
- the promotion and strengthening of the unity of the church in Asia
- the exploration of opportunities and the promotion of joint action for the fulfilment of the mission of God in Asia and throughout the world
- the encouragement of an Asian contribution to Christian thought, worship and action throughout the world
- the development of mutual awareness, fellowship and sharing among the churches in the region, and of relationships with other regional ecumenical organisations and the World Council of Churches
- the promotional of common study and action in such fields as evangelism, service, social and human development and international relations
- the stimulation of initiatives and experiments in dynamic Christian living and action
- the development of effective Christian response to the challenges of the changing societies of Asia
- the development and promotion of relationships with people of other faiths in Asia
- the protection of human dignity and the promotion of caring for the creation.
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