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Ekklesia was founded in 2002 by Jonathan Bartley and Simon Barrow. [1] In September 2002, Ekklesia launched a Sunday programme on BBC Radio Scotland to encourage pacification and minimize violent insurrections in Iraq. [2] In June 2006, Ekklesia launched a campaign advocating for the separation of the role of the church and state in weddings.
The ecclesia or ekklesia (Greek: ἐκκλησία) was the citizens' assembly in the Ancient Greek city-state of Sparta. Unlike its more famous counterpart in Athens , the Spartan assembly had limited powers, as it did not debate; citizens could only vote for or against proposals.
Ekklesia (think tank), a British think tank examining the role of religion in public life; Ecclesia College, a four-year Christian work college in Springdale, Arkansas; Ekklesia Project, an ecumenical Christian network to promote a more active and God-centered faith; Ecclesia Athletic Association, a youth athletic program in the United States
It would have been difficult, however, for non-wealthy people outside the urban center of Athens to attend until reimbursements for attendance were introduced in the 390s. It originally met once every month, but later met three or four times per month. The agenda for the ekklesia was established by the Boule, the popular council. Votes were ...
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The Ekklesia Project seeks "to overcome the dominant cultures limited vision of faith as merely a private or personal matter." [2] The organization testifies that they share a "common commitment to the Church as Christ's gathered Body", [2] where communal worship is embodied through service and discipleship.