Towards a Common Understanding of the Theological Concepts of Laity/Laos: The People of God

Towards a Common Understanding of the Theological
Concepts of Laity/Laos: The People of God
Le Cénacle, Geneva, 7-10 May 1997

In May of 1997 the team held an international consultation on the theme: "Towards a Common Understanding of the Theological Concepts of Laity/Laos: The People of God." The aim of the consultation was to begin to clarify the theological understanding and terminology of laity, laos, people of God (Laos tou Theou), and the whole people of God. The papers and documents presented at this consultation have been archived here. [Note of clarification.]

Opening remarks by Nicholas Apostola

Statement on Laity/Laos resulting from the work of the consultation

Bible studies by John Fotopoulos

Presentation: On Being Christian in the World by Hans-Ruedi Weber

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Presentation: Input on Baptism, Ecclesiology and Vocation by Werner Schwartz

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Presentation: Formation of the Laos by Godlind Bigalke

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[Note of clarification: In 1997 the work of the then "stream" on Lay Participation towards an Inclusive Community was lodged in Unit I of the WCC. At that time issues relating to persons with disabilities was lodged with the stream. Since the 1999 restructuring of the WCC, work concerning Lay Participation towards and Inclusive Community has been coupled with the work of team on Education & Ecumenical Formation. Work relating to persons with disabilities is now lodged with the team on Justice, Peace & Creation.]

If you have questions or comments they may be addressed to:

Evelyn Appiah, Executive Secretary
Lay Participation towards Inclusive Community
World Council of Churches
150 Route de Ferney
1211 Geneva 2, Switzerland

Tel: (+41 22) 791 61 11
Fax: (+41 22) 791 03 61
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