Ecumenical and Interreligious The ecumenical movement is The Episcopal Church’s response to Jesus’ prayer for his disciples in John 17:21 “that they may all be one.” The Office for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations offers prayers for unity and participates in formal dialogues to nurture a spirit of understanding and respect, while collaborating actively in mission and ministry opportunities. The Office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations works closely with Episcopal Diocesan Ecumenical and Interreligious Officers (EDEIO) to equip diocesan officers to carry out their work. Each province of The Episcopal Church is represented by a provincial coordinator elected from within the organization. Full Communion Partners Communion in the Church and communion between and among the churches is a dynamic reality, a reality in progress, a reality never perfectly achieved, a reality with which we struggle as we struggle in our personal communion with God and with one another. Learn More Ecumenical Dialogue Partners The Episcopal Church is engaged in formal bilateral talks with the following churches. These dialogues have been established by act of General Convention and are provided with oversight by the Office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations in conjunction with clergy and laity appointed by the EIR and the Office of General Convention. Learn More Churches Beyond Borders: Joint Devotions 2021 The ongoing “pandemic” of violence against women has been exacerbated and further exposed during COVID-19. Acknowledging this issue as vital to our gospel faith, the Heads of Communion of Churches Beyond Borders called for this year’s devotions to focus on gender-based violence, looking at both awareness and healing. English Español Ecumenical News Churches Beyond Borders: Joint Devotions 2021 November 3, 2021 As we continue to navigate the challenges of a global health crisis, we are more painfully aware of the ongoing “pandemic” of violence against women, which has been exacerbated and further exposed during COVID-19. Acknowledging this […] Presbyterian-Episcopal Dialogue February 2021 Communiqué March 4, 2021 With continued consideration to health and safety during COVID-19, the members of the Presbyterian-Episcopal Dialogue met February 22-23, 2021 via Zoom. Representing the Presbyterian Church were Ruling Elder Anne Bond (co-chair), the Rev. Dr. Neal Presa […] September 2020 Episcopal-Presbyterian Dialogue Communiqué September 25, 2020 Meeting remotely by Zoom on September 17th and 18th, 2020, the representatives of the Episcopal-Presbyterian Bilateral Dialogue met and considered how the two ecclesial traditions could work to deepen ties and work together for mutual mission. […] Task Force to Coordinate Ecumenical and Interreligious Work August 17, 2020 The General Convention in 2018 established a new Task Force to Coordinate Ecumenical and Interreligious Work. The twelve members of the group are appointed by the Presiding Bishop and the President of the House of Deputies […] Statements on Hagia Sophia August 11, 2020 The Episcopal Church joins with the Anglican Communion/Archbishop of Canterbury … our ecumenical and interfaith partners in calling on the Turkish government to maintain the status quo with Hagia Sophia remaining as an open cultural and […] Anti-COVID World Prayer Thursday, May 14th May 13, 2020 Rome (NEV), May 8 2020 – The interim General Secretary of the World Council of Churches (CEC), Rev. Prof. Dr. Ioan Sauca, has invited all member churches to observe a global prayer day on 14 May. […] Ecumenical Archive Your browser doesn&#8217;t display Frames Interfaith Resources Video Networks Anglican Communion Ecumenical Relations Subscribe to our mailing list * indicates required Email Address * First Name * Last Name * What ministries and programs are you interested in Ecumenical and Interreligious (EDIO) Privacy Policy Terms: I agree that the data I provided to complete this transaction may be used for that purpose and used and stored for The Episcopal Church’s inventory records and to evaluate interest in its web pages. I further agree to receive email communications about The Episcopal Church’s mission and ministry. Full privacy policy I agree Contact: The Rev. Margaret Rose Deputy for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations Click here Contact: Richard Mammana Associate for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations Click here Give to The Episcopal Church EPISCOPAL NEWS SERVICE GENERAL CONVENTION CAREERS CONTACT US © 2021 The Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society The Episcopal Church, 815 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10017 212-716-6000 | 800-334-7626 | Terms of Service