Why is Ecumenism and Interfaith dialogue important?

1. Ecumenism

1.1. Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Hail Mary, full of grace.

1.2. Many Christians believe that Ecumenism is vitally important for the growth of Christianity. It is also scriptural for the Christian church to be united. Although different denominations have differing practices and beliefs, Ecumenism seeks to remind Christians of the things that unite them.

1.3. Ecumenism, also spelled oecumenism, is the concept and principle in which Christians who belong to different Christian denominations work together to develop closer relationships among their churches and promote Christian unity

2. Interfaith Dialogue

2.1. when people talk to each other about their religions

2.2. Understand Other Religious Beliefs

2.3. unite believers

2.4. unlock the power of religious traditions and provide the inspiration, guidance, and valida- tion necessary for populations to move toward non-violent means of conflict resolution.

2.5. four types On the basis of the «intention» criterion, i.e. the motivation that encourages followers of different religions to come into contact with each other, four types of interreligious dialogue are distinguished: polemical, cognitive, peacemaking and partnership.

2.6. discussions about religions with others and talks about their faiths

3. The councils and the church all work to serve the community. Without organizations practicing ecumenical development, Christianity will not be able to work together as one whole religious tradition. ... This dialogue has brought together religions and helped one another communicate