EU elections 2024

Given the impact of Russia’s war on Ukraine, this is an ultimate call for European churches to pray and work for peace, justice and reconciliation. European leaders chosen in the upcoming elections will be responsible for ensuring stability and dealing with the aftermaths of the war.

Since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022, our Pathways to Peace initiative has invoked dialogue and action for peace in a united voice, constituted by our Member Churches and partners.

Dialogue with European political institutions is pertinent to CEC. Article 17 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) provides churches with an opportunity to engage in regular, open and transparent dialogue with the European Union.

Together with our Member Churches and ecumenical partners, especially the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), we work towards a political agenda that includes religious...

The EU is a community of values, and freedom of religion or belief is one of the fundamental human rights closely connected to human dignity. In the upcoming elections, the issue of religious freedom and how it is tackled by the European politicians is crucial. Amid the global rise in populism and authoritarian rule, the churches are greatly concerned about freely exercising their religion.

The status of religious communities is often an indicator of the way the rule of law and democracy develops...

We call on our Member Churches, partners and people of faith to vote. It is a unique moment where people of faith can collectively decide on the future of the European Union. By participating in the European elections, we add voices inspired by the Gospel to find solutions to crucial issues, related to peace, environment, security, migration, social policies, economy and many more.

Use this EU Parliament link to get voting reminders and ensure you don't forget to use your vote.