Ekumeniczny wymiar katechezy

The author of the article attempts at a synthetic presentation of the ecumenical dimension of catechesis. The topic has been dealt with in three parts. First, the author points to the fact that the ecumenical dimension is necessary in contemporary catechesis. This follows both from the internal reasons of faith (our responsibility for the unity of Christendom in accordance with Christ’s will) and from external factors (like the cultural and religious context of Christian life today). In the second part, the author discusses vital elements which give a direction to the ecumenical catechesis. Among them, the key significance is attributed to knowledge of the doctrine of one’s own Church and its comprehensive communication to others, knowledge of the teaching of other Churches and ecclesiastic communities, and correct presentation of it, forming in others an attitude of openness to ecumenism. The last part is devoted to the issue of interconfessional cooperation in the field of catechesis. In this context, the author refers, among others, to the practice of catechesis in common.