ecumenicism
Cross-denomination cooperation movement
Ecumenicism is the movement toward unity among Christian churches and denominations, emphasizing shared beliefs over doctrinal differences.
The term extends to broader interfaith cooperation: The conference promoted ecumenicism among Christians, Jews, and Muslims.
Also ecumenism.
Consent to receive
- open-mindednessAcceptance of differing viewpoints
- inclusivityPractice of welcoming all
- respectRegard with honor
- understandingMental comprehension of something
empathy · broad-mindedness · forbearance · charity · hospitality · receptivity · goodwill · bridge-building
State of being unified
- universalismDoctrine of total reconciliation
- solidarityUnity among allies
- fellowshipMutual goodwill among companions
- togethernessState of close connection
wholeness · communion · convergence · reconciliation · synthesis · integration · unison · accord
Exchange of spoken ideas
- discourseFormal communication on subjects
- exchangeMutual giving and receiving
- discussionExchange of ideas
- consultationMeeting seeking expert guidance
deliberation · negotiation · summit · forum · colloquy · symposium · conclave · roundtable
Across different faiths
- multifaithIncluding various religions
- interdenominationalInvolving multiple faith traditions
- syncretismFusion of different beliefs
- pluralismCoexistence of differing views
coexistence · dialogue · inclusivism · cross-cultural · joint prayer · multiculturalism · cosmopolitanism · religious diversity
Shared business arrangement
- collaborationJoint intellectual work
- allianceFormal union of parties
- aidSupport given freely
- relief workAssistance during emergencies
social justice · shared resources · intercommunion · mutual aid
acceptance
Consent to receive
- open-mindednessAcceptance of differing viewpoints
- inclusivityPractice of welcoming all
- respectRegard with honor
understanding · empathy · broad-mindedness · forbearance · charity · hospitality · receptivity · goodwill · bridge-building · irenic
oneness
State of being unified
- universalismDoctrine of total reconciliation
- solidarityUnity among allies
- fellowshipMutual goodwill among companions
togetherness · wholeness · communion · convergence · reconciliation · synthesis · integration · unison · accord · common ground
conversation
Exchange of spoken ideas
- discourseFormal communication on subjects
- exchangeMutual giving and receiving
- discussionExchange of ideas
consultation · deliberation · negotiation · summit · forum · colloquy · symposium · conclave · roundtable · bilateral talks
interreligious
Across different faiths
- multifaithIncluding various religions
- interdenominationalInvolving multiple faith traditions
- syncretismFusion of different beliefs
pluralism · coexistence · dialogue · inclusivism · cross-cultural · joint prayer · multiculturalism · cosmopolitanism · religious diversity
partnership
Shared business arrangement
- collaborationJoint intellectual work
- allianceFormal union of parties
- aidSupport given freely
relief work · social justice · shared resources · intercommunion · mutual aid
ecumenicismsectarianism
Prejudiced loyalty to subgroups
denominationalism · schism · separatism · particularism · exclusivism
ecumenicismreligious intolerance
Hostility toward differing faiths
parochialism · insularity · fundamentalism · dogmatism · exclusivism
ecumenical, ecumenism, ecumenist, ecumenically, ecumenicalism