ECUMENICALISM

ecumenism, ecumenicism, ecumenicalism

(noun) (Christianity) the doctrine of the ecumenical movement that promotes cooperation and better understanding among different religious denominations: aimed at universal Christian unity

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

ecumenicalism (uncountable)

The belief that there should be better understanding and closer co-operation between different denominations in the Christian Church.

Usage notes

The term is sometimes used pejoratively by those who believe that a lowest common denominator approach dilutes the true Christian message.

Source: Wiktionary



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