Intercultural Church and City Transformation Gathering
ICCT Gathering
Creating Safe Places for Intercultural Conversations and Experience
A gathering for church, charity and community leaders to grapple with what it means to be an intercultural Church that impacts our towns and cities.
We aim to create an intercultural network of networks and an environment where cultural differences are embraced, celebrated and utilised to transform the church and the city.
Resources
Leeds2024 ICCT Gathering Videos and Report
Intercultural Learning Exchange
Intercultural Learning Exchange
Finding and digging out deposits of grace in all cultures. Listen to the conversation held on the 14th April, 2025
How ready are you for intercultural engagement?
To find out, take the quiz
Free Intercultural Competence Self-Assessment
This Intercultural Competence Quiz (for Faith Groups) is a tool designed to evaluate and enhance your readiness for intercultural encounters. It helps you understand your knowledge, skills, and attitudes in areas such as cultural awareness, communication effectiveness, adaptability, empathy, and self-reflection.
The assessment involves answering questions and scenarios that prompt reflection on cultural diversity experiences. At the end of the quiz, you will be provided with your persona profile, identifying strengths and areas for improvement. It will take you 5-10 minutes to complete, depending on your speed. Please note that your report is personal to you.
Manchester 2026
National ICCT Gathering
Theme: Imago Dei: …..Made in the image and likeness of God. Genesis 1:26
Date: 5th February – 6th February 2026
Venue: GoChurch, MediaCity UK, Dallas Court Salford Quays Manchester M50 2GF
A gathering for church, charity and community leaders to grapple with what it means to be an intercultural Church that impacts our towns and cities.
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Intercultural Learning Exchange
This is a collaborative, open forum for Church, charity and community leaders where we come together to share stories, insights, challenges, and successes from the church leaders diverse cultural contexts.
Annual ICCT Gathering
A gathering for church, charity and community leaders to grapple with what it means to be an intercultural Church that impacts our towns and cities. A safe space for intercultural conversations and experience
Resources
Join us in our mission to enhance cultural competence in church and ministry settings with our RESOURCES. We offer tailored assessment tools and partner resources to foster understanding and cohesion among diverse groups.
What we do
Activities
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Online Intercultural Learning Exchange.
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Annual Intercultural Church and City Transformation Gathering.
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Bi-annual publication - Intercultural Church and City Transformation Review.
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Create, co-create and maintain a database of resources, including books, articles, and online materials, that promote intercultural understanding.
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Develop and implement training programmes for church, charity leaders and community members to enhance their cultural competence.
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Establish a feedback mechanism to gather input and suggestions from church members and community members on ways to improve intercultural understanding
THE JOURNEY - CONVERSATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
2023 City-Wide Consultations with Leaders
The vision for an intercultural church and city transformation begin in 2012, sparked by the beauty, opportunity and questions raised after the 2012 London Olympics. As Chair of the London Baptist Mission Strategy Forum, Osoba Otaigbe spent years exploring how churches can engage meaningfully with cultural diversity in their communities during and after the Olympics. Apart from that recentlty, there were other networks that began to explore how churches can embark on this journey.
In 2023, we held conversations across seven cities, these conversations revealed a widespread desire for such a church. It became clear that God was stirring hearts for a movement where people from all backgrounds could come together to connect, worship, and support one another.
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In February 2025, over 200 Church and Charity Leaders met to launch free Intercultural Church and City Transformation Learning Journey and Resource Toolkit. The London gathering provided a space for leaders to explore the role of intercultural churches in shaping communities, emphasizing the biblical call to love one another. Discussions highlighted the need to avoid viewing any single cultural expression of Christianity as the only valid perspective. Instead, attendees were encouraged to embrace diverse traditions, recognizing that each culture contributes uniquely to the Church. Using the metaphors of the temple and the body, participants were reminded that true unity comes from diverse cultural expressions working together, each offering valuable gifts and perspectives.
London 2025 ICCT Gathering
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In January 2024, more than 150 church, charity, and community leaders gathered in Leeds to explore two key questions: What would an intercultural church look like in our cities and towns? What impact could we have if we worked together for Christ’s sake?
At the end of the gathering, we published key insights, highlighting the obstacles to overcome and the potential for positive change. A defining moment of the event was the intercultural worship—a powerful expression of unity where people from diverse backgrounds came together in praise, blending different musical traditions, languages, and styles of worship.
Leeds 2024 ICCT Gathering
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Join Our Online Intercultural Learning Exchange for Church Leaders!
Connect with fellow church, charity and community leaders from diverse cultural backgrounds in this enriching online learning exchange. This unique opportunity fosters collaboration, deepens understanding, and inspires innovative ministry approaches. Through interactive sessions, engaging discussions, and shared experiences, you’ll gain valuable insights into effective leadership in a multicultural context. Don’t miss this chance to learn, grow, and strengthen your ministry in an intercultural setting!
Intercultural Learning Exchange
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ICCT - An Intercultural
Network of Networks
We believe that cultural diversity is a gift from God. We aim to create an intercultural network of networks and an environment where cultural differences are embraced, celebrated and utilised to transform the church and the city. We aim to break down barriers, build bridges and foster intercultural collaboration by promoting understanding and unity.
The goal is to create culturally inclusive spaces where individuals from diverse backgrounds can come together, learn from one another, and work towards building a harmonious and culturally inclusive community
Get Involved
Be part of the movement for Intercultural Church & City Transformation! We are creating a safe space where people from diverse backgrounds can come together for meaningful conversations, shared experiences, and united worship. Whether you're a church leader, community organizer, or simply passionate about fostering intercultural unity, there are many ways to engage.
Join us to:
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Participate in intercultural gatherings and discussions
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Access resources for building inclusive communities
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Connect with a diverse network of leaders and changemakers
Together, we can shape cities and churches that reflect God’s vision for unity in diversity.