15th World Assembly, 2026

Arise and Shine for the Glory of God is Upon You

25th-29th August 2026 - Auckland, New Zealand

The theme for the 15th World Assembly, 2026, of the World Federation of Methodist and Uniting Church Women Assembly is “Arise and Shine for the Glory of God is Upon You” and is taken from Isaiah 60:1 (“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.”)

The 15th World Assembly is being held at the Due Drop Events Centre, Auckland, New Zealand.

15th World Assembly Recordings

Important Announcements

Money:
Obviously the local currency in New Zealand is the New Zealand dollar.  However, you may wish to bring some US dollars with you as well to spend in the Assembly Marketplace.  Many of you are bringing goods from your own countries to sell and, no doubt, the prices will be in US dollars.
Day Registration:
Day registration for Wednesday 26th, Thursday 27th and Friday 28th August is now open.  Anyone wishing to register for one or more of those days may do so by clicking on this link – Home – WFMUCW 15th World Assembly  The cost for each day is US $300 which includes lunch and dinner.
Closing Service:
The Closing Service on Saturday 29th August, which starts at 7:00pm, is also open to anyone wishing to attend.  This will allow family and friends of the newly elected World and Area Officers to attend their Installation and share in Holy Communion.   Please note this does not include dinner on either of these days.
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April 16, 2020

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April 9, 2020

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