Tag: Ecumenism
Christian leaders share prayer, solidarity in Sydney
More than 1,000 Christians from across denominations and traditions filled the Hurstville Entertainment Centre on Saturday 25 October 2025 for “Celebrate Jesus – Together in Unity”, an event hosted by the Christian Alliance Council of NSW.
Recognition of St Newman is ecumenical celebration, leaders say
Pope Leo XIV's recognition of St John Henry Newman as a "doctor of the church" will be an ecumenical celebration, a sign of esteem for the excellence and ongoing relevance of his teaching, first as an Anglican and then as a Roman Catholic, said a key figure in preparing the declaration.
Pope, British king share historic prayer in Sistine Chapel
Pope Leo XIV welcomed Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the Vatican for a unique visit combining ceremonial flourishes and a historic moment of prayer in the Sistine Chapel.
Leaders gather for Dear Unity project
Christian entrepreneur Philip Ryall has launched a new book which seeks to bring all members of the various Christian denominations to “come into agreement.”
Archbishop Anthony Fisher appointed to the Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity
Archbishop of Sydney Anthony Fisher OP has been appointed to the Vatican’s Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity (DPCU) by Pope Leo XIV. It follows the archbishop’s earlier reappointment to the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith for a third term by Pope Francis before his passing.
Pope Leo XIV’s address to conference on Council of Nicaea’s 1,700th...
The following is the full text of remarks given 7 June, 2025, by Pope Leo XIV at a conference marking the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea.
Sydneysiders brave the elements to champion ecumenical dialogue
In a world of military conflict and social polarisation, the Nicene Creed and ecumenical dialogue can provide everyone with the ability to, “walk together even if we do not stand together at the Eucharistic table,” according to Associate Professor Philip Kariatlis of St Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Theological College.
Pope reaffirms commitment to ecumenical, interreligious dialogue
During a special audience with religious leaders who came to Rome for the inauguration of his papal ministry, Pope Leo XIV vowed to continue working toward Christian unity and promoting dialogue among all religions.
Hobart Archbishop backs an ecumenical stand on sexual ethics
Archbishop Julian Porteous has backed an ecumenical statement of Christian views on sexual morality.
Faith communities across the nation react to the pope’s passing
Leading faith leaders across the nation have praised the legacy of Pope Francis.
What does Nicaea have to do with the Great Schism?
Given that the East-West schism has lasted close to a thousand years, the reconciliation results over the last 60 years have been monumental.
Dialogue, listening and the power of prayer key to Christian unity
Christians throughout the world will mark the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 18-25 January, with the theme for 2025 taken from John 11:17-27—specifically Jesus, having declared he is the resurrection and the life, asking Martha, "Do you believe this?"
