The National Council of Churches (NCC) invites Boston-area Christians to attend its upcoming 75th anniversary gathering from October 13-16, 2025.

Info and registration is here. Boston area attendees can use discount code NCCBoston to receive a discounted rate of $75.

• Monday, Oct 13 at Boston Marriott Newton: Evening plenary and prayer service launching their 75th anniversary celebration featuring Dr. Melanie Hill and Dr. Stephanie Paulsell from Harvard Divinity School

• Tuesday, Oct 14 at Holy Cross Hellenic College: Panels with global and regional partners including Rev. Dr. John Chryssavgis E.D. of the Huffington Ecumenical Institute, Dr. Demetrios Katos President of Hellenic College-Holy Cross, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America,  and His Grace Bishop Anthony of Synoda as well as a Panel Discussion on the Challenges and Opportunities of Ecumenism in a Polarized Society; Book Launch for “Nicaea: The Council and Creed that Defined Christianity;” concert, and installation of the new NCC Governing Board chair during vespers.

• Wednesday, Oct 15 at the Cathedral Church of St Paul: Morning prayer at The Embrace with Rev. Jeffrey Brown, Our Global Christian Family: Trends in World Christianity for 21st Century Ecumenism with Dr. Gina Zurlo; National Ecumenical Affirmation of the Museum of African American History – Boston; ecumenical walking tour, and site visits to the African Meeting House and Holy Trinity Armenian Church, ending with vespers.

• Thursday, Oct 16 at Holy Trinity Armenian Church: Closing worship, session on Theology & Technology: Theological Imagination in a Digital Age; Intergenerational Panel; plenary reflections, and a gala awards luncheon celebrating 75 years of Christian unity and witness.

More info and registration is here.

Please share with all those who might be interested.

And everyone is welcome  (no registration, no fee!) to attend their worship service on Wednesday, Oct. 15th, at 7 pm, at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul. The service will combine Episcopal evening prayer and tremendous praise songs offered by the Bethel AME Praise Choir. Sermon by Rev. Dr. Elijah Brown, General Secretary, Baptist World Alliance.

Why This Gathering Matters for Boston Christians 
As Christians locally committed to bridging divides and working together for gospel impact, this is a unique opportunity for us to connect with a broader ecumenical movement. It’s a chance to hear and share wisdom, build relational networks across traditions, and strengthen our shared voice for justice, compassion, and unity.
UniteBoston’s mission—to foster Christian collaboration, unity, and faithful witness in the city—resonates deeply with the goals of this gathering. Attending enriches our local efforts by linking us into the national tapestry of ecumenical work, deepening our theological reflection, and inspiring action in Greater Boston.