ECPP

📢🎉Big News: ECPM becomes ECPP! The European Christian Political Movement is now the European Christian Political Party (ECPP), and we’ve launched a new website: ecpp.eu The name change marks a new chapter in our party’s history, strengthening our profile and position in European politics. @valeriuga, ECPP President: “Our new name reflects this evolution and reinforces our commitment to engage European politics from a Christian perspective.” Learn more about ECPP’s values, program, activities, and how to get involved at ecpp.eu. Follow us here for updates on our work and initiatives. #ECPP #Europe #FaithinPolitics

Good Friday. Christians remember Jesus’ suffering and death on the Cross. The sacrifice of His life is the ultimate act of love and redemption, aimed at reuniting creation with its Creator. ECPP wishes everyone a blessed Good Friday.

ECPP wishes everyone a blessed Maundy Thursday and a blessed start to the Three Days of Easter. “He got up from the meal, took off His outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash His disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around Him.” (John 13, 4-5)

Today, an ECPP delegation visited The Hague 🇳🇱 to meet @christenunie MPs, Senators, and their staff to inform and discuss key national & European issues, including freedom of religion, the fight against human trafficking, and European defence. ECPP looks forward to continuing and strengthening our cooperation. Special thanks to @mirjambikker, @DonCeder and @Pieter_Grinwis for the warm welcome and fruitful discussions.

✝️Holy Week began yesterday with the celebration of Palm Sunday, when Christians commemorate Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. During Holy Week, Christians prepare for Easter as they follow Jesus in His final days before His Passion, His suffering and death on the Cross, and His Resurrection. ECPP wishes everyone a blessed and solemn Holy Week.

@CristianTerhes, ECPP MEP: "When the judiciary in an EU country convicts a person for publishing a church pamphlet, it is no longer protecting anyone, but persecuting everyone. Today it is Päivi Räsänen. Tomorrow it is any priest, pastor or believer who dares to express their faith. Freedom of conscience either exists for all, or it exists for none." #ECPP #FreeSpeech #ReligiousFreedom

@valeriuga, ECPP President: "ECPP unequivocally defends the right of every European to express their religious convictions without fear of criminal prosecution. What happened to Päivi Räsänen is an attack not only on her, but on the conscience of every believer in Europe. We call on European institutions and governments to safeguard religious freedom."

ECPP is concerned over freedom of speech following the conviction of Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen for hate speech. The conviction demonstrates the growing tensions around one’s freedom of expression and freedom of religion in Europe. 👉 Full statement: shorturl.at/SYRzc 🧵👇

🗣️"Coercion or abuse are already prohibited by law. It is clear that the thrust of this proposal goes far beyond that." ECPP MEP @hjaruissen warns that the European Citizens' Initiative to ban conversion practices risks overreach, criminalizing pastoral counseling, rather than truly helping young people struggling with their identity. #ECPP #BertJanRuissen #EuropeanParliament

🗣️"I do not want a Europe that depends on China for raw materials, on America for security, and on financial markets for every euro borrowed." ECPP MEP @SerbanDSturdza highlights the EU’s growing dependence on foreign powers and calls for a self-sufficient, innovative Europe where all member states produce, innovate, and remain independent. #ECPP #șerbandimitriesturdza #EuropeanParliament

🗣️“Let children remain in their innocence. Let them study science and math.” During the European Parliament debate on the European Citizens’ Initiative to ban conversion practices, ECPP MEP @CristianTerhes speaks out on the protection of children in education, raising concerns about what he describes as ideological influence in schools. He calls for safeguarding children’s development, ensuring that education focuses on learning, and allowing young people to grow without pressure or confusion. #ECPP #CristianTerhes #EuropeanParliament

ECPP MEP @hjaruissen: “There is much work to be done for this Envoy worldwide. I would therefore like to ask Ms. McGuinness to get to work as soon as possible.” #ECPP #FoRB #ReligiousFreedom #EU

@valeriuga, ECPP President: “The Special Envoy must be a strong and credible voice for those who suffer for their faith and a clear sign that the EU is committed to defending human dignity, pluralism, and fundamental freedoms.”

ECPP welcomes the long-awaited appointment of an EU Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief, with Mairead McGuinness appointed to the role. 👉 Full press release: shorturl.at/HvSLL 🧵👇

Prachtig initiatief! Een grote groep jongeren met het syndroom van Down nam woensdag de koffiecorners over in het Europees Parlement. Dit voor Wereld Downsyndroomdag. Mooi om zo ook te laten zien dat iedereen geschapen is naar Gods beeld. Dank @MiriamMLex en @EUforTrisomy21!

🗣 “We stand in solidarity with the Jewish community and say no to antisemitism. But words are not enough. Action must be taken.” ECPP MEP @hjaruissen raises concerns over the ongoing series of attacks targeting Jewish communities across Europe—in Liège, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and London. This is unacceptable. Jewish communities must be safe in our societies. He calls for a debate in the European Parliament and urges concrete action to address not only the symptoms, but also the root causes of antisemitism in European societies. #ECPP #BertJanRuissen #Antisemitism #JewishLife #EuropeanUnion

🗣 “Europe is facing not only an energy pricing issue, but also a genuine supply security issue, creating a sense of general insecurity.” ECPP MEP @Claudiu_Tarziu highlights a key concern: Europe’s dependence on external energy sources puts our economy at risk. Without affordable energy, there is no industry, no competitiveness, and no strategic autonomy. #ECPP #ClaudiuTarziu #Energy #EuropeanUnion

“We celebrate World Down Syndrome Day because every person is created in the Image of God. People with Down syndrome deserve the opportunity to participate fully in our societies.” ECPP MEP @hjaruissen joined the World Down Syndrome Day celebration in the European Parliament, organised by @EUforTrisomy21 and others. People with Down syndrome are full members of our societies and deserve opportunity, inclusion, and dignity. #WDSD2026 #WorldDownSyndromeDay #TogetherAgainstLoneliness

Hoy celebramos el Día Internacional de la Vida. No todos defienden la Vida desde la concepción hasta la muerte natural. No todos dignifican al ser humano. #ValorEsVida #ValoresFamilia #ValoresVerdad #ValoresSíALaVida

📺 Full discussion on YouTube 👇 youtube.com/watch?v=C1O83V… #ECPP #BertJanRuissen #MyVoiceMyChoice #Abortion #EU #ProLife

🗣 "This Initiative undermines the right to life." ECPP MEP @hjaruissen & Márton Gyöngyösi, ECPP Director for Political Relations, discuss the controversial EU Citizens’ Initiative “My Voice, My Choice” and the Commission’s response.