Ecumenical and Inter-religious Relations
Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts Hosts Dinner for the International Commission for Anglican-Orthodox Theological Dialogue
The International Commission for the Anglican-Orthodox Theological Dialogue met in Boston, Massachusetts, from Oct. 6 to 11 to discuss the topic of Christian witness in a suffering world. According to the Anglican Communion News Service, “The dialogue was hosted by the Huffington Ecumenical Institute, at Hellenic College Holy Cross, at the invitation of Archbishop Elpidophoros of America,” and the event also “marked 50 […]
The Anglican-Oriental Orthodox International Commission Gathers for 11th Meeting
According to the commission’s communiqué, “The Anglican–Oriental Orthodox International Commission (AOOIC) held its eleventh residential meeting from 21—25 October 2024 at The Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin in Armenia … Following its agreed agenda for the official dialogue, the Commission explored how both Communions live out their Faith in the face of the world’s changing […]
Download Shoulder to Shoulder’s New Faith-Rooted Primer
The Shoulder to Shoulder Campaign has released a new messaging guide called “Faith-Rooted Primer for Understanding and Addressing Bigotry in the U.S. Amid the Violence in Israel-Palestine.” According to Shoulder to Shoulder, “We know that religious and interfaith leaders are eager to respond effectively, thoughtfully, and responsibly to the bigotry we see. This resource offers […]
The 81st General Convention in Ecumenical and Interreligious Perspective
By the Rev. David Simmons The 81st General Convention of the Episcopal Church (GC81) was significant for ecumenical and interreligious work. The Standing Commission on Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations (SCEIR) generated many important pieces of legislation, which were adopted as expected. On the interreligious front, GC81 passed revised guidelines for interreligious relations and Episcopal-Jewish relations […]
EDEIO Spotlight: The Rev. D. Scott Russell
Each quarter, the Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations newsletter highlights one of the church’s Episcopal diocesan ecumenical and interreligious officers (EDEIO). Part of a national network, EDEIOs are designated by their diocesan bishops to encourage wider unity in Christ’s church and collegial relationships with members of other religions. The Rev. D. Scott Russell has served as […]
UN’s Committee of Religious NGOs Tackle the Work of Peace at Annual Meeting
This summer, the United Nations’ Committee of Religious NGOs (non-governmental organizations), also known as CRNGO, held its annual meeting at the Baha’i International Community U.N. Office in New York City. According to the committee, CRNGO “is composed of the representatives of national and international organizations which define their work as religious, spiritual or ethical in […]
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Holds 226th General Assembly
A Report from The Episcopal Church’s Ecumenical Advisory Delegate By Elise Johnstone Salt Lake City’s Salt Palace Convention Center holds fond memories for me, because that is where we, as Episcopalians, affirmed same-sex marriage and elected the Most Rev. Michael Curry to be our presiding bishop in 2015; and it was with those lovely memories […]
The United Methodist Church and The Episcopal Church: Where Are We Going?
At the United Methodist Church’s General Conference this spring, the denomination approved a resolution calling for full communion with The Episcopal Church. The 81st General Convention of The Episcopal Church adopted Resolution A049, as amended, which affirmed the continued dialogue and “joyfully anticipate[s] advancing towards full communion with The United Methodist Church.” In a recorded video, […]
Review the Ecumenical and Interreligious Resolutions Going to The Episcopal Church’s 81st General Convention
The Standing Commission on Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations has proposed eight ecumenical and interreligious resolutions for the 81st General Convention of The Episcopal Church. The resolutions are available for your review on the “Virtual Binder” here. Resolution A043 is filed under “Constitution & Canons,” which can be found here. All resolutions are linked below. A037 Accepting the […]
New York Religious Leaders Lobby in Albany for Ecumenical and Interfaith Advocacy Days
By Nick Gordon In mid-March, the New York State Council of Churches (NYSCOC) hosted its annual Ecumenical and Interfaith Advocacy Days in Albany with faith leaders from across the state gathering to be trained and lobby for a variety of issues facing their communities. Representatives from the Episcopal Diocese of New York were present to […]
