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May 31, 2017

Ecumenical leaders call for context, nuance in Catholic-Lutheran dialogue

Cardinal Kurt Koch, president of the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity, is seen at The Catholic University of America in Washington May 30. The Swiss cardinal spoke about Martin Luther and the Reformation.

WASHINGTON – Swiss Cardinal Kurt Koch, renowned for his ecumenical efforts, addressed a Washington gathering of Catholic and Lutheran leaders striving for unity.

Published in International
November 1, 2016

Vatican cardinal explains limits of eucharistic sharing

Cardinal Kurt Koch, right, speaks as the Rev. Martin Junge, general secretary of the Lutheran World Federation, looks on during a news conference at the Vatican Oct. 26. During Pope Francis’ trip to Sweden, the cardinal was asked about the possibility of Catholics and Lutherans receiving Communion together.

MALMO, Sweden – The Catholic Church continues to insist that sharing the sacrament of Communion will be a sign that Christian churches have reconciled fully with one another, although in some pastoral situations, guests may be invited to the Eucharist, said Cardinal Kurt Koch.

Published in Faith