Being involved in ecumenism and/or interfaith activities is an art as well as a science. This seminar provided the basics needed to be an effective Ecumenical/ Interreligious officer or informed “lay person.”
Our Common Baptism: Rites of Initiation and Catechesis
The Rev. Beverly R. Piro, ELCA
There has been remarkable convergence among Christians regarding the role of baptism – both theologically and in practice. This seminar explored the ecumenical significance of our rites of initiation into the Christian community, with a special emphasis on the recovery of the formative … Continue Reading ››
The Rev. Dr. Maxwell Johnson, ELCA
The last several years have brought numerous dialogues, documents and discussions about the significance of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the life of the churches. Roman Catholics, Protestants, Anglicans and others have done fruitful work. With us to lead a seminar on Mary in Ecumenical Perspective was … Continue Reading ››
The Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson, UCC
Bishop Mary Ann Swenson, UMC
This seminar provided information about the preparation and participation of US denominations in the upcoming Assembly. There will be discussion of the theme: “God of life, lead us to justice and peace” and sharing of documents that are … Continue Reading ››
Religious Liberty: Starting Points for the Conversation
The Rev. Dr. James Childs, ELCA, Trinity Lutheran Seminary
The Rev. Dr. John Crossin, OSFS, RCC
Dr. Yvonne Zimmerman, Mennonite, Methodist Theological School in Ohio
This seminar offered an explanation of religious liberty as understood and interpreted by their respective Christian traditions as well as implications.
The Rev. Dr. Jim Ryan, CC(DC), National Association of Ecumenical and Interreligious Staff
“Tolerance” is a word that has no place in our faith vocabulary. Tolerance means, “Since I am such a nice person (just a minute while I pat myself of the back) I suppose I can tolerate (put up with) you. … Continue Reading ››
Campus “Oval” Dynamics: Responding to Bias Language
Panel of students and leaders from The Ohio State University
Case study: Campuses/universities often have a public space, where the First Amendment applies. So, anyone can speak in this space. What often happens is that students pass through the area, and are confronted by bias and accusatory language. How might … Continue Reading ››
Bishop C. Joseph Sprague, UMC, Moderator of a panel
Challenging religious and gang culture in prisons through interfaith communities and restorative justice. The Horizon Program is one of the most innovative and transformative prison programs. It brings prison residents from many religious perspectives in a 10-month experience of recovering their … Continue Reading ››
Equipping Church Leaders in the Quest for Christian Unity
