Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations
That they may all be one
~ John 17:21
The quest for Christian unity in the world inspires the faith and shapes the life of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The ELCA office of Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations has the task of assisting this church in that quest.
46th International Ecumenical Seminar
July 4–11, 2012, Strasbourg, France
What to Do about 2017? The Ecumenical Challenge of an Anniversary
The 46th International Ecumenical Seminar is sponsored by the Institute for Ecumenical Research in Strasbourg, France. It is a week-long event that brings together experts in ecumenical theology and participants from Christian churches the world over. Under the spell of this enchanting Renaissance city, outstanding lectures and spirited discussion combine with the job of meeting Christians from different countries and confessions to create a truly unforgettable experience.
A full description of the Seminar along with a registration form can be found on the event website.
To read the most recent newsletter from the Institute for Ecumenical Research, click here.
For general information about the Institute, visit their website at www.ecumenical-institute.org.
Get to know our staff and read about our commitment to living together with Lutherans, Christians, and world religions.
The ELCA shares full communion relation- ships with six churches. Read about full communion, and get to know our partners.
Dialogues between different church bodies can lead to improved inter-denominational relations and the sharing of mission.
The ELCA resides in a world where people have conflicting political and religious loyalties. How do we live together in peace?
Lutherans worldwide combine resources to work on issues like humanitarian aid, human rights and communication.
You are invited to seek new opportunities that shape emerging leaders in the area of ecumenical and inter-religious work.
Discover ways to strengthen relationships and foster cooperation within your own community, in service to the world.
Representatives from an array of Christians around the globe meet in order to witness to the world as one unified Christian voice.
The
Lutheran Ecumenical & Inter-Religious Representatives Network, with members from each of the 65 ELCA synods.
Become familiar with the vocabulary using this helpful collection of words, phrases, acronyms, and their ecumenical definitions.
Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Life (
E-Life) is a window into the everyday ecumenical and inter-religious activity in the ELCA.
If you have any questions about anything on the Ecumenical & Inter-Religious Relations website, please feel free to
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