Pope Francis’ Ecumenism: The Effort to Build an Integral Ecumenism
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https://doi.org/10.47655/dialog.v48i2.1007Keywords:
Ecumenism, integral, spirituality, social, blood, reconciliationAbstract
Pope Francis conceptualizes and instills an integral ecumenism that integrates spiritual, social, martyrdom, and reconciliation dimensions. Previous studies discussing ecumenism have only addressed ecumenism at the spiritual level. This analysis uses a qualitative method with a descriptive-analytical approach and interviews with several informants consisting of Catholic and Christian (Protestant) religious leaders, as well as Catholic and Christian (Protestant) community leaders. The four aspects of ecumenism are the foundation of the “bridge” that Pope Francis is building. He wants to realize his ministry to build not walls but bridges, to fight evil with good, resistance with forgiveness, to live in peace with everyone. This study concludes that the four-dimensional integral model of ecumenism provides a comprehensive and practical framework for ecumenical engagement that moves beyond mere doctrinal dialogue and directly addresses the pressing needs of the contemporary world.
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