Catholic Diocese Of Joliet

Bishop Conlon talks about Vatican II Council's Decree on the Ecumenism, called "The Restoration of Unity" -- in Latin it is called "Unitatis Redintegratio." In this podcast, he talks about the Catholic principles. Some of them include that the Church is one; it is a sign of man’s sinfulness that the Church is divided, which he has referred to in previous podcasts. Many efforts are being made in prayer, word, and action to retain the fullness of unity – all of which is being fostered by the Holy Spirit. The Bishop talks about ecumenical encounters he has had with people from other denominations, and that is inspiring to hear others talk about their faith and religions, while at the same time a little discouraging because coming to common faith will be difficult. We, as Catholics, need to shine in our faith and grow in our faith in the Church. Ecumenism has to be encouraged and yet we’re a long way from the finish line.