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Ecumenism

The Ecumenical Movement - the Church of Phoenix is called to participate in the quest for unity by praying for and promoting ecumenical and inter-religious relations as mandated by Vatican II and recent Church teachings.  This applies to all members of the Church.  Since Vatican II the Church as urged the faithful to seek unity with other separated Christian brothers and sisters and to acknowledge and respect the truth found in all religions.  It is, therefore, essential that each parish, as a part of its mission, seek ways to further unity with all Christians and and non-Christians of good will.   Through Prayer and action , we can be united as Christians for the sake of the world.

Our parish has representatives who serve on the Diocese of Phoenix Parish Ecumenical and Inter-religious Representative (PEIR) Commission.  If you are interested in learning more or would like to join this group - contact Dr. Honora Norton, Parish Manager at the parish office.

Resources:  

• Click here to see and overview of PEIR's functions.

• Click here to see PEIR's ecumenical resource list and suggested parish action list.

• Click here for recommended PEIR's Ecumenical and Inter-religious Prayer Services.

• Click here for information for an incredible event coming to Phoenix this fall—October 16th.  The Manhattan Declaration, an ecumenical joint statement signed by Bishop Olmsted which clearly lays out a rallying cry for believing Christians in the public square.

• Click here to learn more about Arizona Ecumenical Council, whose mission is to initiate dialogue of prayers and work for the unity of the Church and the good of all (social justice).

• Click here to learn about Arizona Interfaith Network which builds relational power for collective actions in the pursuit of justice and the common good. The group acts to strengthen family and community in solidarity with others across lines of race, class and religion.  This is the organization that offers Arizona "Golden Rule" auto license plates.

• Click here to learn about the Interfaith Network of Scottsdale - our parish participates in its annual "Scottsdale Gives Thanks" program.  This exciting program is usually scheduled at 7pm the Tuesday before Thanksgiving.  Our parish, as well as, many other faith groups participate in many varied forms of prayer - spoken, praise bands, song, dance, bell ringers and much more.

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