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“Common participation in the Eucharist can only be a final outcome of ecumenic dialogue, not the starting point.” quote by Karl Lehmann
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“Common participation in the Eucharist can only be a final outcome of ecumenic dialogue, not the starting point.”

Karl Lehmann

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Source Theology: Ecumenical Dialogue, 1999

Sharing communion should result from deep dialogue, not start it.

In simple terms: Eucharist follows dialogue.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize dialogue.

Themes

faith unity ritual

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

theological reflective

When to use this quote

  • interfaith meetings
  • church services
  • educational forums

Key Concepts

theology ecumenism dialogue

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can dialogue be deepened?
  • What steps lead to shared worship?
A Different Perspective

Ritual can become tokenistic.

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