Addressing “that of God” in every person, the Christian and Interfaith Relations Committee (CIRC) attempts to promote mutual understanding, and to engender closer ties among those of differing religious persuasions. Whether it is within the family of Friends or within the wider ecumenical and interfaith community, CIRC participates in and creates opportunities for cooperation and understanding, thus giving expression to the leadings of the Spirit and faith we profess.

• CIRC coordinates FGC’s relations and communication with other religious bodies within and beyond the Religious Society of Friends. It recommends appointments of representatives to the World Council of Churches, the Friends Committee on Scouting, and an observer to the FUM Triennial for Central Committee action. These appointees become invited members of CIRC and regularly report on their work to CIRC.
• CIRC receives reports from such representatives after each visit, reviews the importance and need for such representation, and summarizes these reports at regular intervals to the Central Committee and the Executive Committee. It communicates and consults with the General Secretary and the Nominating Committee on a continuing basis.
• Members of CIRC are self-selected from the membership of Central Committee; co-opted by Central Committee upon the recommendation of the Nominating Committee; or invited at the Committee’s discretion.