The High Goal

From the Circle of Faith blog:

by Brian Talcott, CSB

Have you wondered what is the true high goal of ecumenical dialogue? It is to heal the hatred, conflict and division within the Church Christ Jesus founded. Because healing is at the center of this global effort, certainly there is a place for Christian Scientists—since healing is one of the central expressions of our faith. Why get involved with Christians whose faith practices include other perspectives and priorities drawn from Christ Jesus’ life and teaching? Will dialogue with other Christians about our common beliefs weaken our healing practice in our own faith? Or are we being called to bring our healing practice to address some of the greater works Jesus promised and asked us to do.

There is a spiritual transformation going on globally….

Read the whole article here: https://community.christianscience.com/community/ecumenical_and_interfaith/blog/2014/01/18/144-ecumenical-dialogue-the-high-goal