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Why are U.S. Catholics leaving the Church?

Openers by John Norton

What's behind Vatican's decision to receive Anglicans

This article has free access for all visitors. By Austen Ivereigh. Apostolic constitution will open way for them to unite with Rome, but how many will make the leap.

Vatican's ecumenist hails Orthodox 'breakthrough'

Full interview with Cardinal Walter Kasper. The role of the pope is still a sticking point, but complete agreement not necessary for Christian unity, Cardinal Kasper says.

The Holy See and the Anglican Communion

By Msgr. Dennis L. Mikulanis. A pastoral response to a legitimate request.

Siempre Adelante

By Msgr. Dennis L. Mikulanis

Sharp-penned intellectual Father Neuhaus mourned

By Russell Shaw. Ex-Lutheran minister was known to President Bush as 'Father Richard'

Russia's nationalism threatens Catholic Church

Church leaders are torn between diplomacy with Orthodox and defense of religious rights

Primacy of pope at center of Catholic-Orthodox talks

By Gerard O'Connell. September meeting in Vienna addressed the primacy of bishop of Rome in the first millennium

Pope affirms commitment to ecumenical, interfaith outreach

Special section article by Matthew E. Bunson. Pontiff’s early actions signal his desire to continue the efforts that his predecessors began

Pastoral answers: Many beliefs, one God

By Msgr. Mannion. While Catholicism respects many religions, it firmly believes in the one true God revealed in Christ. Subscription required

October 31, Monday Weekday

Our Sunday Visitor's My Daily Visitor, reading, feast of the day, saint, Bible verse, meditation, and prayer.

Nothing to compromise

Ecumenism is fostering understanding and respect for the betterment of all Christians.

Msgr. Owen F. Campion: Papal example of true ecumenism

Rather than playing down differences, it is about coming together in Christian witness in the world

Msgr. Owen F. Campion: Living up to our Christian values

People’s religious convictions deserve respect, whether they are Catholic nuns or Muslim clerics. Subscription required

Msgr. M. Francis Mannion: Protestants' salvation

Church does not view other Christian communities as places in which salvation is not operative. Subscription required

Msgr. M. Francis Mannion: Leaving the Church

It is a serious matter, but God alone is the judge of salvation for Catholics who stray from their faith. (Subscription required)

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In Focus: Our separated brethren

Every encounter with fellow Christians is a chance for ecumenism that can lead to spiritual growth and understanding.

Father Groeschel's journey with Christ

By Paul Thigpen. Popular author embarks on ‘the most interesting and revealing intellectual adventure’ of his life to explore personal devotion to Jesus

Father Barron: Catholic Church is fullest expression of Christ's grace

By Father Robert Barron. Membership in the Catholic Church is not just one option out of many

Editorial: Making Christian unity a priority

‘It is of the greatest importance that we provide it together at this time when the peoples of the world are in crisis.’

Editorial: Following Pope Benedict's model of ecumenism

‘The chief shepherd — with gentleness and love — is gathering in the sheep.’

Ecumenism, Familiar Scenario, Pensions

Priestalk column by Monsignor William Belford. Msgr. Belford touches on ecumenism, C.S. Lewis, sexual abuse, and financial planning.

Ecumenism topic of extraordinary consistory

Recent dialogue with Orthodox likely to be centerpiece of the Nov. 23 assembly that's been called by Pope Benedict XVI

Ecumenism Is Good

By Msgr. Dennis L. Mikualnis. The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is an international commemoration

Ecumenism in Ashes

House-consuming wildfires of Southern California bring religions together

Ecumenical dialogue builds path to unity among Christians

By Scott Alessi. Obstacles still persist, but Church’s efforts continue to bridge gaps with Christian denominations. Subscription required

Cyprus visit revives talk of pope-patriarch summit

By Jonathan Luxmoore. Russia Orthodox Church has softened its stance toward Catholics, now seen as indispensable allies against secularism creeping into the culture.

Conflict hampers Orthodox-Catholic dialogue

Jonathan Luxmoore Russian Orthodox leaders have given their blessing to the country's invasion of Georgia

Colson helped evangelical-Catholic dialogue

By Brian Fraga. Though many evangelicals remain suspicious of Catholicism, significant ties are strengthening

Celebrating the Year of St. Paul Ecumenically

By Damian MacPherson. The laity look toward, and depend upon, pastoral leadership when engaged in ecumenical activities.

Catholics, Orthodox at odds over would-be saint

By Jonathan Luxmoore. Priest worked to liquidate country's Greek Catholic Church in 1946

Catholics await word on new Orthodox leader

By Jonathan Luxmoore. Country's faithful doubt that change will lessen hostility they face

Catholic-Orthodox dialogue making progress

By Michelle Martin. But differences on role and authority of the pope remain major obstacles to overcome, scholar says. Subscription required

Cardinal recalls 'sacred obligation' of ecumenism

Head of Pontifical Council for Christian Unity summarizes recent developments in outreach

Building God’s Kingdom Today

By Richard Gribble. Catholicism’s ecumenical challenge. (Subscription required)

British ordinariate welcomes first members

By Austen Ivereigh. Rather than being ‘disaffected,’ they are stepping ‘deeper into the fullness of the Body of Christ’

Amid uncertainty, new Catholic/Anglican talks

By Austen Ivereigh. Anglican leader meets pope in Rome, issues challenge on understanding of Church authority

A Unity in Diversity

By Damian MacPherson, S.A. Concerning the apostolic constitution Anglicanorum Coetibus and complementary norms.

A troubled but essential journey

By Gerald Korson. The U.S. bishops' top ecumenist explains what Catholics hope to achieve in dialogue with different denominations of Christians

A fresh look at Pope Pius XII and the Jews

By Gerard O'Connell. Symposium brings together Jewish, Catholic leaders to revisit pontiff's World War II actions

100 U.S. Anglican parishes petition to become Catholic

By Tom Hoopes. Under new Vatican provisions, they'll keep their liturgy, practices and music. Some Catholics thrilled