I wish all the Christians of the world could grow to live together in a 'unity in diversity'. The history of Christianity is full of schism and sectarianism, with different groups insisting on their own version of doctrinal uniformity, and declaring themselves 'out of communion' with anyone who does not accept their particular interpretation of ' ( Read more... )

And I figured (presuming this gets past the moderators, that is) that people might be interested in hearing them.

First, people that I've noticed who talk about "The Church" seem to refer to it primarily as an institution (a caveat here and everywhere else, this comes from my particular viewpoint and biases, so if I misrepresent anything, I'll ( Read more... )

On Seeking Christian Unity

"We Should Respond With Generosity"

VATICAN CITY, JAN. 21, 2009 (Zenit.org).- Here is a translation of the address Benedict XVI delivered during today's general audience in Paul VI Hall.

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Dear brothers and sisters:

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity began last Sunday and will conclude this Sunday, feast of the ( Read more... )

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In a recent thread pastorlenny wrote: "I would assert... the current prophetic word to the Church... anybody who's anybody will affirm that the Spirit is speaking today about unity in the Body."I agree that the Holy Spirit is urging us, as christians, to unity. But my question is this ( Read more... )