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Finland: a laboratory of ecumenism and Christian unity
Finland is a traditionally Lutheran country, but in many ways it retains unique links with the Catholic tradition that has... Read more
Pope Francis calls silence ‘essential’ at prayer vigil for Synod on Synodality
Before thousands of young people and Christian leaders from around the world, Francis emphasized the importance of silent prayer. Read more
Diocese of Rome: Thousands expected at Vatican for ecumenical prayer vigil ahead of synod
The prayer service will take place just days before the launch of the 16th General Assembly of the Synod of... Read more
Pope Francis’ emphasis on synodality cited in joint Catholic-Orthodox statement
The first joint statement in seven years mentioned the pope’s hope for a synodal Church could eventually bring the Churches... Read more
Coptic Patriarch to offer Orthodox Divine Liturgy in St. John Lateran Basilica
The May 14 liturgy will take place in the context of an official visit of Coptic Pope Tawadros II of... Read more
Pope Francis at ecumenical prayer service in Sudan: Those who choose Christ choose peace
About 50,000 people attended the ecumenical prayer service. Read more
Controversial Dominican priest to lead October retreat for bishops at start of synod
Father Timothy Radcliffe, whose statements on homosexuality have previously sparked controversy, will lead a three-day retreat to kick off the... Read more
Pope Francis announces ecumenical prayer service, reflects on St. John the Baptist’s ‘spirit of service’
An ecumenical prayer vigil will take place in St. Peter’s Square as part of the Church’s ongoing Synod on Synodality. Read more
Pope Francis gives Greek Orthodox archbishop fragments of Parthenon sculptures from Vatican Museums
The Vatican announced Dec. 16 that the pope wants to gift the artifacts “as a concrete sign of a sincere... Read more
Pope Francis: Restoration of Christian unity is ‘an urgent priority in today’s world’
Pope Francis said Wednesday that the full restoration of communion among all Christians is “an urgent priority in today’s world.” Read more
Why Catholics and Orthodox might once again celebrate Easter on the same date
The spiritual leader of the world’s Eastern Orthodox Christians has come out in support of finding a common date to... Read more
Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill meeting still possible at future date, Russian Orthodox metropolitan says
Pope Francis met Wednesday with the head of the Russian Orthodox delegation in Kazakhstan, who said a papal meeting with... Read more
Anglicans recognize Pope as ‘father of the Church in the West,’ says archbishop of Canterbury
In ecumenical discussions at the Lambeth Conference in Canterbury, England, Justin Welby, archbishop of Canterbury, has said that most Anglicans... Read more
Pope Francis: Catholic-Eastern Orthodox dialogue can promote world peace
Unity among Christians is a necessary step to building a world of fraternity, Pope Francis said on Thursday. Read more
Pope Francis on the feast of Peter and Paul: Care for the vulnerable
Pope Francis called Wednesday for Catholics not to retreat into their own groups, but to open the church doors and... Read more
Pope Francis to Oriental Orthodox priests: ‘Unity does not come about by standing still’
Pope Francis met with a delegation of priests and monks from Oriental Orthodox Churches. Read more
Pope Francis: ‘Barbarity of war’ should inspire new push for Christian unity
The pope was addressing members of the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity. Read more
Cardinal Parolin says religion is fundamental to promoting peace
In Part 4 of an exclusive interview, the Vatican Secretary of State speaks about peace, reconciliation and ecumenical challenges. Read more
Russian Orthodox metropolitan seems to exclude possibility of an appeal for peace to Russian leaders
In response to a letter to the leader of the Russian Orthodox Church pleading for his intervention in the Ukraine... Read more
First Mass since Reformation celebrated at Swiss cathedral
The last Mass at St. Pierre Cathedral was in 1535. Read more
