The reality of pluralism requires a dialogical attitude that reflects the same approach used by Jesus Christ in his interaction with others. Christ dialogued with his own culture, particularly in terms of the metaphors, symbols and values that appear in the parables. Jesus stressed relationships with others rather than adherence to doctrines. New ways must be developed to identify what it means to be an authentic Christian in each of the Latin American cultures, regardless of the particular denominational affiliation. Christians need to struggle with the question of how to be a community of faith in Latin America in a more authentic way.
Attention needs to be given to the phenomenon of adherence to more than one religious family.
Christians must constantly evaluate this influence in light of Gospel. The question of Christian unity is a very pressing matter in Latin America. Traditionally, Evangelicals and Pentecostals have regarded Roman Catholics as non-Christian and in need of conversion. An anti-Catholic attitude has been taken for granted. On the other hand, Roman Catholics have generally regarded other Christian churches and groups as sects that threaten the unity of Latin American nations.