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Introduction
In our Catholic community today, when someone mentions the word "ecumenism" or we are asked to take part in an "ecumenical" activity, except for a few committed members, there is a distinct lack of enthusiasm among the community as a whole. When the question of Church unity arises in our minds, either through the example and teaching of our priests or through something we read, we tend to leave this question and its practical implications to those of our community who appear to us to have a special interest or calling in this field of Christian activity. As a result of this indifference, much of the good work and initiatives that have been started within the ecumenical movement have been starved of support by the majority of the Catholic community. This is not to say that there has been no progress in the search for Christian unity. In the history of the Church we can see how Our Lord through his Holy Spirit has inspired and motivated individuals to take significant steps along this difficult path to the unity for which he earnestly prayed when on Earth. Consequently, some Christians have moved further along that path than others.
Brian Pointer BA(Div) MA(Theo)
Adult Formation
St Richard's, Chichester.