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Ecumenism and Interreligious Dialogue: “The work of introducing people of different religious affiliations to one another so they can grow in mutual understanding and respect for the common good of society.” (US Conference of Catholic Bishops, Secretariat for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs 2014)
The Ecumenical & Interfaith Committee of St. Louise has as its purpose:- To be the focal ministry for the parish for Ecumenical & Interfaith Planning and Events;
- To implement Ecumenical and Interfaith directives of Vatican II as well as the USCCB and the Seattle Archdiocese;
- To engage our Catholic community with other faith communities;
- To develop educational activities which foster understanding and goodwill among our faith communities;
- To engage in spiritual and community activities with our participating neighboring congregations; and,
- To facilitate ecumenical and interfaith community outreach activities focused on common social concerns.
“Friendship as the Foundation of Dialogue.”
This an excellent 5 Minute Video overview, by Bishop Denis Madden, Chairman of the USCCB’s Committee of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs, which explains and summarizes the ecumenical and interfaith duties of the Church and of Catholics.
(US Conference of Catholic Bishops, Secretariat for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs 2014)