Viewpoint: The Revolution of Mercy and a New Ecumenism

Mgr Tomáš Halík

Mgr Tomáš Halík ThD, professor of philosophy and sociology of religion at Charles University in Prague and president of the Czech Christian Academy writes in Catholic Outlook, the news site of the Diocese of Parramatta, Australia.....

I must admit that even in these days when the dangerous virus is killing many people in our country, I personally cannot stop worrying about yet another pandemic, namely, the pandemic of fundamentalism and bigotry. Looking at the Catholic supporters of Donald Trump, I struggle with the intense temptation of scepticism: Is 'ecumenical dialogue within the Catholic Church' even possible? I find inter-religious dialogue, and especially dialogue with educated and thoughtful people outside the Church, so much easier than any communication with the people who combine religion with populist and nationalist efforts. For half a century I lived a great dream of uniting all who believe in Christ. Today, for me, this dream is ending in smoke. To read on see: https://catholicoutlook.org/the-revolution-of-mercy-and-a-new-ecumenism/

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