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An introduction is presented in which the author discusses articles within the issue on topics that include the collaboration of the World Council of Churches (WCC) and ACT Alliance in working for justice and peace, the concept of ecumenical diakonia, and responses of the modern church's diakonia to crises in today's world.

The article offers information the role of the diaconal community with the World Council of Churches (WCC) in relation to the pilgrimage of justice and peace. Topics include an examination of the ecumenical understanding of diakonia, diakonia as an expression of the churches' role in the mission of God, and its aspect of service in the community. It also discusses the dimension of diakonia of care and advocacy for creation.