1. the principle or aim of promoting unity among the world’s Christian churches
Usage: religious
2. a movement or tendency toward worldwide Christian unity or cooperation
Usage: religious

Examples

• The Vatican II Council promoted ecumenism among Catholic and Protestant churches.
• Many religious leaders support ecumenism as a way to reduce conflict between denominations.
• The World Council of Churches was founded to advance ecumenism globally.
• Ecumenism encourages dialogue between different Christian traditions.
• The pastor’s commitment to ecumenism led him to participate in interfaith services.
• Critics argue that ecumenism sometimes compromises important theological differences.