Faith
Honoring Faith at UN’s Historic First Assembly
Faith Facts
- The first meeting of the United Nations General Assembly took place at Methodist Central Hall, London, in 1946.
- This gathering was held in a place of worship, symbolizing post-war pain and the hope found in faith for a peaceful future.
- World leaders, including King George VI and Eleanor Roosevelt, called for security and freedom guided by moral responsibility.
The inaugural United Nations General Assembly met in Methodist Central Hall shortly after World War II, seeking to secure lasting peace and unity.
Leaders chose this church for its atmosphere of prayer, acknowledging faith as a wellspring of hope after great suffering.
British Foreign Minister Ernest Bevin said:
“Holding the meeting in a place of worship was symbolic, reflecting both the pain of the war and hope for the future.”
At that pivotal gathering, the world was reminded of the horrors of conflict and the need for nations to work together under guidance rooted in biblical principles.
Today, as crises persist, turning to prayer and upholding the God-given calling for justice and fellowship remain essential.
Let us continue to uplift our world in prayer, seeking wisdom and strength from God to build peace and practice true neighborly love.