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Ecumenical

Definition:

Adjective: Promoting or relating to unity among different religious groups, especially Christian denominations.

Adjective: Representing a worldwide movement aimed at promoting unity and cooperation between different Christian churches.

Adjective: Relating to or representing the whole Christian Church.

Adjective: General or universal in application or significance, typically regarding ideas or beliefs.

Synonyms:

Interfaith, interdenominational, inclusive, universal, catholic

Examples:

The conference aimed to foster ecumenical dialogue between various religious leaders.

They organized an ecumenical prayer service, inviting representatives from different Christian denominations.

The Pope delivered an ecumenical address, stressing the importance of unity among believers.

His book offers an ecumenical perspective on spirituality, appealing to readers of different faiths.

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