CWS Annual Ecumenical Summit
Event Details
- Friday September 6: Welcome Plenary
- Time: 10:30am – Noon ET
- Location: Virtual. Once registered, participants will receive a meeting link.
Hear from CWS President and CEO, Rick Santos along with plenary panel guests as they share uplifting messages and set the tone for the gathering.
Let's Unite in Faith
Even as our world becomes more polarized, our shared values of love, justice and welcome remain unchanged. During this critical time, we must find common ground and live out the values that our faith demands. Join CWS on September 6 for an interactive virtual summit focused on encouraging people of faith to remain steadfast during this uncertain time, while building a toolbox to tackle political polarization in your congregation.
Plenary Speakers

David Vásquez-Levy
President of Pacific School of Religion and Chair of the CWS Board of Directors

Rev. Teresa "Terri" Hord Owens
General Minister and President, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the United States and Canada
Workshops
Workshop Topics:
- Get Out the Vote: Opportunities for Civic Engagement Around the Election
- Demystifying 21st Century Migration: What We Know; How We Can Best Prepare
- Welcoming Newcomers: Faith Communities Leading the Way
- Caring for Pastors, Particularly Those Leading Polarized Congregations
Watch Workshops