WCC: Seven Weeks for Water 2026

Water holds profound spiritual significance in Christian tradition as a gift from God. Yet 2.2 billion people worldwide – disproportionately women and girls – lack safe drinking water. 

Since 2008, the World Council of Churches (WCC) Ecumenical Water Network has, during Lent, invited global reflection on water justice. In 2026, the campaign highlights gender equality in water and sanitation access.

The campaign launches on Ash Wednesday, 18 February, with a prayer service and continues through 1 April, aligning with World Water Day 2026. 

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