At the Grass Roots
"There are different kinds of working, but the same God works all of them, in all men." ~ 1 Corinthians 12:6
In terms of Christian unity, crucial to the ecumenical enterprise are grassroots efforts, which deepen and extend relationships between all Christians in local communities.
45th International Ecumenical Seminar in Strasbourg
The
Institute for Ecumenical Research in Strasbourg, France, is hosting the
45th International Ecumenical Seminar, June 30 – July 7, 2011. The seminar is entitled, “
From Dialogue to Communion? Fruits and Challenges of the Ecumenical Dialogues.” For more information, download the
invitational letter 
and the
registration form . Or contact the Institute at
StrasEcum@ecumenical-institute.org.
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this struggle for justice is rooted in our faith."
Your congregation can help foster understanding and cooperation, especially in your local community, by finding ways you can work with other faith groups for the sake of your neighborhood, and the world.
The ELCA's congregation-based organizing focuses on the principles, methods, and positive stories blooming in and around the church, and emphasizes the growth and development of leaders in a variety of different arenas.
Grounded in their faith and commitment to global justice, Ecumenical Women trains and empowers their expanding network to advocate for gender equality at the United Nations.
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In terms of Christian unity, grassroots efforts are crucial to the ecumenical enterprise because they deepen and extend relationships between all Christians in local communities. Grassroots efforts range from joint worship services to highly efficient organizations that respond to specific systemic issues, such as poverty and hunger. From bible study to shelters, these and countless other examples illustrate how Christians together work in service to the world.