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Receptive Ecumenism and the Virtues
Pizzey, Antonia
Pizzey, Antonia
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Abstract
Receptive Ecumenism has been described as ‘a virtuous virus’, intentionally designed to be adaptable to the needs of specific contexts. Therefore, a standardized approach is neither possible nor desirable. Yet, all applications of Receptive Ecumenism require engaging with processes of discernment. The development of pathways or guidelines for exploring receptive ecumenical discernment is, therefore, an important issue. This chapter explores Receptive Ecumenism’s distinctive emphasis on the virtues as a pathway for its process of discernment directed towards ecclesial reform. It is argued that the virtues of love, hospitality, humility, and hope, in particular, can act as guidelines for approaching receptive ecumenical discernment.
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spiritual ecumenism, virtues, hospitality, discernment, Thomas Aquinas, Receptive Ecumenism
Date
2022
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Book chapter
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Receptive Ecumenism as Transformative Ecclesial Learning: Walking the Way to a Church Re-formed
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448-462
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School of Theology
Faculty of Theology and Philosophy
Faculty of Theology and Philosophy
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