The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is traditionally observed from th e 18th to the 25th January – the octave of St. Peter and St. Paul. However, some areas observe it at Pentecost or some other time.
Intro duction
The themes of the daily material raise some of the c ontemporary issues addressed by the churches of the Caribbean. Abuses of hu man rights are found across the region and we are challenged to consider ou r manner of welcoming of the stranger into our midst. Human trafficking and modern-day slavery continue to be huge issues. Addiction to pornography an d drugs, continue to be serious challenges to all societies. The debt crisi s has a negative impact upon the nations and upon individuals – the economi es of the nations and people have become precarious. Family life continues to be challenged by the economic restrictions which lead to migration, dome stic abuse and violence.
The Caribbean Churches work together to heal the wounds in the body of Christ. Reconciliation demands repentance, repar ation and the healing of memories. The whole Church is called to be both a sign and an active agent of this reconciliation.
Resources are available for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2018. Material for 2018 was produced in the Caribbean and uses Exodus 15, a song of triumph over oppre ssion, as the motif of the Week of Prayer.
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