Ecumenism of a Convert: John Henry Newman’s Desire for Unity and His View of Other Christian Communities
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Although St. John Henry Newman lived before the official birth of the ecumenical movement, he already carried, even as an Anglican, a deep desire for the unity of the Church, which he promoted through prayer and dialogue. After his conversion, he defended the authenticity of the Catholic Church but also recognized the work of God’s grace in other Christian communities. Based on his teaching on freedom of conscience, he did not press others to convert but instead called for better education and a more sincere life according to the Gospel. This article presents Newman’s legacy and the relevance of his ideas for contemporary ecumenism, not only within the Catholic Church.
Source: Religions
DOI: 10.3390/rel16101314
Authors: Pavol Hrabovecký, Ján Kotlarčík
Institution: Catholic University in Ruzomberok
Language: English
Subfield: History
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $2,172
OpenAlex ID: W4415230876