Recent World Church News

The Mid-Atlantic Mission Center curates a selection of recent announcements from World Church to help keep our regional community informed. Items are refreshed regularly and typically remain here for 4–6 weeks.

For the complete and most current list of announcements, visit the World Church Announcements page.

📆 Upcoming Events

Registration Now Open for 2026 Peace Forum
Registration is now open for Peace Forum 2026, 16–18 October, in Independence, Missouri, USA.

This year’s theme, “Seeds of Peace... More info

Online USA Estate Planning Workshop
What happens to your belongings when you die? Does your spouse automatically inherit everything? What about your children? Does the government take a... More info

Dates for IYF 2027
Community of Christ International Youth Forum (IYF) is back! Planning is underway for the 2027 event, and we’re excited to share the first details... More info

📚 Learning & Formation

Historic Sites Foundation Lecture 7 May
Disillusionment in Nauvoo: The Isaac Sheen Experience ​with Seth Bryant ​Isaac Sheen was an influential leader in the early Reorganization, and ...More info

🌎 Church News & Updates

Bylaws Survey Summary
In October 2025, the church was invited to participate in an online survey about the bylaws of Community of Christ. This survey was conducted as part of... More info

Peace Forum Mug Now Available
A 14 oz insulated mug is now available through the Adult (Ages 18+) | In-Person Registration form. This high-quality mug is designed to keep drinks hot or ... More info

Join Our New Facebook Group
We're excited to announce a new Facebook group hosted by the World Church Communications Team! Join to find event announcements, updates, and news from ... More info

First Presidency Easter Greeting
The First Presidency of Community of Christ invites you to reflect on what Easter means in today's world. In their Easter message, they explore the life, ... More info