The Episcopal Church
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Non- Governmental and Other Organisations
- Christianity (Anglican)
- La Iglesia Episcopal
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815 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10017, USA
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Aim
Proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom; Teach, baptise and nurture new believers; Respond to human need by loving service; Seek to transform unjust structures of society to challenge violence of every kind and to pursue peace and reconciliation; Strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the Earth.
History
Founded on January 1, 1800.
IRD Activities
- Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations
The Office for Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations offers prayers for unity and participates in formal dialogues to nurture a spirit of understanding and respect, while collaborating actively in mission and ministry opportunities. Ecumenical-resolutions passed at General Convention 2012 include: Resolution A036-Further dialogue with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America in order to continue to live deeper into our full communion relationship/ Resolution A037-Guidelines for ecumenical shared ministries when there is a need to establish or participate in such relationships in particular locations. Interfaith dialogue resolutions passed at General Convention 2012 include: Resolution A035-Commitment to continued interreligious engagement in order to build and strengthen relationships with other denominations/ Resolution D081-Initiate dialogue with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in advance of the 2015 General Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah, which is the world headquarters for Mormonism.
Main Focus Countries of Activities
USA