ABSTRACT
In this chapter we look at Visser’t Hooft’s continuing involvement in the World Council of Churches after his retirement and developments in the World Council itself. The chapter shows how prominent perspectives from the beginning such as Christocentrism and the radical rejection of syncretism were subjected to increasing pressure. Chapter 9 also traces Visser’t Hooft’s declining influence, culminating in Nairobi where he felt he was outside the main discourse. His activities outside the council, such as his memoirs, travelling, and his involvement in the Groupe Bellerive are also discussed. Attention is also paid to his declining health and the suffering and loneliness old age brought.
