Tag: Christian unity

He stressed the importance of selfless service and the love exemplified by Jesus as the means to bring separated Christians closer

"The full restoration of communion among all the believers in Jesus Christ is an irrevocable commitment for every Christian"

Pope Francis said that Christian communities needed to recognize they were on a journey of faith together with members of other confessions

“On our journey of fellowship, may we never fail to hear [Jesus’] words of encouragement: ‘Do not be afraid,'” said Pope Francis

“It is important to press for the unity of Christians. By doing it, we will be known as followers of Jesus.”

As we respond to the challenges of our time, we offer ourselves in service to the poor, the marginalized, and to the toiling majority

“We must also guard against the powers of darkness that will seek to defraud, deceive, and destroy God’s intended goodness"

The pope pointed to the upcoming major events in Church history as moments that can help Christians to see the goal of unity

The totality of ecumenical unity is achieved in lived communion among Churches

The pope called on people to participate in the upcoming Week of Prayer for Christian Unity taking place January 18-25