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DAPNE is correctly cited as:

Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity. Directory for the Application of Principles and Norms on Ecumenism. (Vatican: Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 1993). https://ecumenism.net/?id=11.

This index may be cited as:

de Margerie, Bernard. Analytical Index to the Directory for the Application of Principles and Norms on Ecumenism (Saskatoon: Prairie Centre for Ecumenism, 1993). https://ecumenism.net/?id=5.

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Apostolic See

• Role of the -- , regarding ecumenism and ecumenical norms and ultimate decisions, n. 29

Baptism

• calls for commitment to the search for unity, n. 22
• theology and ecumenical dimensions of -- , nn. 92-101
• dialogue regarding significance and valid celebration of -- at local / regional levels is most important, n. 94
• common commemoration of -- , n. 96
• ecumenical celebration of -- , n. 97
• godparents at -- , n. 98
• inquiry regarding valid celebration of -- , n. 99

Bible

• Common -- work, nn. 183-186

Bishop(s)

• role of -- in ecumenism, n. 4, 30-31, 39-40
• role of -- regarding Communion, nn. 14
• -- and sects, n. 36
• -- to give prudent encouragement regarding ecumenism, nn. 30-31
• -- to issue directives regarding ecumenical formation, n. 55

Catechesis

• Ecumenical cooperation in -- , nn. 188-190
• -- , means of ecumenical formation, n. 61

Catholic Universities

• -- in the Catholic Church, Chapter III

Cautions/Caveats/Warnings, etc.

• (against deviations)
• -- regarding doctrinal confusion/indifferentism, n. 6b
• warning against indifferentism and proselytism, n. 23
• constant and careful discernment needed, n. 30
• serious preparation needed for ecumenical work, n. 40
• -- against prejudice and ill-considered initiatives, n. 71

Christian Councils

• nn. 166-171

Church

• the -- as Communion, nn. 12-17
• faith in the mystery of the -- , n. 9
• particular -- , n. 6a (and note 8)
• the -- and its unity in the plan of God, nn. 11-12
• the -- as Communion, nn. 13-17
• the one -- of Christ "subsists" in the Catholic Church, n. 17
• fullness of -- unity subsists in the Catholic -- , n. 18

Churches (Particular)

• Communion, and the one Church of Christ, present in the -- , nn. 13-15
• mission of -- , n. 15

Churches and Ecclesial Communities (not in full communion with the Catholic Church)

• usefulness of this Directory to -- , n. 5
• their significance and value, n. 104b

Code of Canon Law

• canon 755: promotion of unity, n. 39

Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches

• canons 902-904-1: promotion of unity, n. 39

Cohesion

• coherent Catholic direction required in ecumenical initiatives, n. 28
• coherent ecumenical engagement required in the Catholic Church, n. 54
• common growth and maturing, n. 55

College of Bishops

• role of the -- regarding ecumenism, ecumenical norms and ultimate decisions, n. 29
• the role of the -- in promoting ecumenism, n. 39

Communion

• the Church as -- , nn. 12-17
• this -- , realized in particular Churches, n. 13
• by nature, the -- of the Church is universal, n. 14
• -- within the particular Churches and between them, n. 16
• the Catholic -- of the Church, n. 17
• "certain" -- , n. 18
• -- within Catholic Church is reinforced by coherent ecumenical engagement, n. 54

Communion (certain, though imperfect)

• Other Churches and ecclesial Communities retain a certain -- with the Catholic Church, n. 18
• Such -- is basis for mutual openness and respect, n. 36

Complexity

• -- of the ecumenical situation, nn. 30-34
• opportunities and requirements of ecumenical activity are different at various church levels, n. 26

Confirmation

• the sacrament of -- and current discipline for those joining the full communion of the Catholic Church, n. 101

Councils of Churches

• nn. 166-171

Dialogue with Other Religions

• Ecumenical cooperation in the -- , n. 210

Diocesan Ecumenical Commission or Secretariat

• could be set up by several dioceses grouped together, n. 42
• nn. 42-44
• importance of contacts with parishes, religious orders and associations of lay people, n. 43

Diocesan Ecumenical Officer

• n. 41

Diocese(s)

• Christian unity constructed and shown forth in -- , as well as the pain of division, n. 27

Directory

• aim of the -- , n. 6
• usefulness of this -- to Churches and ecclesial Communities not in full communion with the Catholic Church, n. 5

Diversity

• -- of the ecumenical situation, nn. 30-34
• rich -- within the unity of the Church, n. 16
• solemn pledge of the Roman Catholic Church to respect legitimate -- , n. 20

Division(s)

• among Christians: assessment of those -- in relation to unity, n. 18
• pain of -- felt, n. 27b

Doctrinal Formation

• -- of ordained ministers, nn. 72-82
• in the study of doctrine, distinctions to be made, n. 74
• ecumenical aspects to be stressed in all theological disciplines, n. 76
• comparative study required in all subjects, n. 78
• specific course in ecumenism, in first cycle, n. 79
• -- of ministers and collaborators not ordained, nn. 83-84

Eastern Catholic Churches

• their responsibilities in promoting ecumenism, n. 39

Eastern Churches

• n. 18 (and note 28)

Ecclesial Communities

• -- are in certain communion with the Catholic Church, n. 18

Ecclesiastical Faculties

• Role of -- in ecumenical formation, n. 88

Ecumenical Commission(s)

• Diocesan -- , nn. 42-44
• -- of Episcopal Conferences, nn. 46-47
• -- of Synods of Eastern Catholic Churches, nn. 46-47

Ecumenical Cooperation

• Basis for -- , nn. 161-162
• Forms and structures of -- , nn. 163-165
• Councils of Churches and Christian Councils, nn. 166-171
• -- in Institutes of higher studies, nn. 191-203

Ecumenical Dialogue

• nn. 172-182

Ecumenical Education - see Ecumenical Formation

Ecumenical Engagement

• prerequisites to -- , n. 24
• specific opportunities and requirements for -- , at various levels, n. 26

Ecumenical Experience

• -- in the formation of ordained ministers, n. 82
• -- in the formation of ministers and collaborators not ordained, nn. 85-86

Ecumenical Formation

• -- in the Catholic Church, Chapter III
• necessity and purpose of -- , n. 55
• adaptation of -- to the concrete situation of persons, nn. 56-57
• means of -- , nn. 59-64
• suitable settings for -- : nn. 65-69
  • family, n. 66
  • parish, n. 67
  • school, n. 68
  • groups, associations, ecclesial movements, n. 69

• objective of -- , n. 58a
• specialized -- , nn. 87-90
• -- for dialogue, n. 87
• permanent -- , n. 91

Ecumenical Movement

• urgent need for greater participation by the whole People of God in the -- , n. 3
• a movement of ecclesial faith, hope and charity, n. 9
• response to the gift of God's grace, nn. 9, 22
• Catholics encouraged to become involved in the -- , nn. 9-10, 23
• aims and activities of the -- , n. 19
• triple obedience sought in the -- , n. 30
• participation in the -- in countries with large Catholic majority is crucial, n. 32

Ecumenism

• spiritual -- , n. 25
• -- inscribed in the consciousness of the Catholic Church, n. 21

Encouragement to Catholics (to move on ecumenism)

• stated intent of DAPNE is to motivate, enlighten and guide -- n. 6a
• -- in the form of spiritual ecumenism, n. 25
• -- to Catholics to become involved in the ecumenical movement., nn. 9-10, 23, 30, 34
• mutual -- between Catholics, n. 34
• strong encouragement to religious orders, n. 50
• all called to make a personal commitment, n. 55
• very strong paragraph on the parish, n. 67
• strong invitation to bishops, priests and deacons to acquire an authentically ecumenical disposition, n. 70

Episcopal Conference(s)

• -- can facilitate ecumenical action at regional/national level, n. 28
• Ecumenical Commissions of -- , nn. 46-47
• general role of -- in fostering the ecumenical movement., nn. 28, 39-40
• -- and sects, n. 36

Eucharistic Concelebration

• -- with ministers of other Churches and ecclesial Communities, n. 104e

Faith

• how Catholics believe the mystery of the Church, n. 17

Full Communion

• coming "into full Catholic communion", n. 99
• entering -- and Confirmation, n. 101

Gradualness

• -- in ecumenical efforts, n. 23
• pedagogy of -- required, n. 56
• -- in ecumenical formation, n. 57

"Hierarchy of truths" (in Catholic doctrine)

• the -- , always to be respected, n. 75

Holy Spirit

• principle of the Church's unity, n. 11

Indifferentism

• nn. 6b, 23

Liturgical Texts

• common -- , n. 187

Liturgy

• -- , a means of ecumenical formation, n. 62

Ministers and collaborators not ordained

• ecumenical formation of -- , nn. 83-86

Missionary activity

• ecumenical cooperation in -- , nn. 205-209

Mixed Marriage

• nn. 66, 143-160

New Religious Movements

• nn. 35-36
• -- and the role of Bishops, Synods of Eastern Catholic Churches and Episcopal Conferences, n. 36

Non-sacramental Liturgical Worship

• sharing in -- , nn. 116-121

Ordained Ministers

• ecumenical formation of -- , nn. 70-82
• -- to act with faithfulness, n. 71

Organizations of Catholic Faithful

• -- and the development of the ecumenical aspect of their activities, n. 52

Parish(es)

• -- should be encouraged to be involved in ecumenism, n. 45
• the -- , place of authentic ecumenical witness, n. 67

Pastoral cooperation

• -- in special situations (hospitals, prisons, etc.), n. 204

Permanent Ecumenical Formation

• n. 91

Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity

• nn. 6 (note 7), 53-54

Prayer

• -- in common, nn. 108-115
• -- in common recommended during Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, and between Ascension and Pentecost, n. 110

Prayer for unity

• -- essential to spiritual ecumenism, n. 25
• -- to be intensified at certain times, n. 62
• -- to be fostered, n. 62
• Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, n. 110

Preaching

• -- , a means of ecumenical formation, n. 60

Prerequisites (to work in ecumenism)

• -- required on the part of Catholics to carry out their ecumenical responsibilities, n. 24
• serious preparation needed, n. 40

Proselytism

• n. 23

"Reception" (as a technical term & specific reality)

• nn. 178-182

Reciprocity

• a certain -- in sharing in spiritual activities and resources, n. 105
• -- of respect for each and all churches' disciplines, n. 107

Region(s)

• service of Christian unity at the regional level, nn. 37-40

Religious Orders/Congregations/Societies of Apostolic Life

• -- and their role in the service of Christian unity, nn. 49-51

Revision

• reasons for this -- , nn. 2-3

Sacramental life, especially the Eucharist

• sharing in -- with members of the various Eastern Churches, nn. 122-128
• sharing in -- with Christians of other churches and ecclesial Communities, nn. 129-136

Sects

• nn. 35-36

Sharing Spiritual Activities and Resources

• principles regarding -- , nn. 102-107
• description of -- , n. 103
• concrete situations regarding -- , nn. 137-142

Social and Cultural Life

• ecumenical cooperation in -- , (various aspects) nn. 211-218

Specialized Ecumenical Institutes

• Role of -- in ecumenical formation, n. 90

Spiritual Ecumenism

• -- defined, n. 25
• -- in relation to spiritual life, n. 63

Spiritual Life

• -- , a focus for ecumenical formation, n. 63

Synod(s) of Eastern Churches

• -- can catalyze ecumenical movement at regional/national level, n. 28
• -- and sects, n. 36
• general role of -- in the promotion of the ecumenical movement., nn. 39-40
• Ecumenical Commissions of -- , nn. 46-47

Tradition

• the holy and living -- , source of initiative in the Church, n. 57

Unity

• -- of the Church in the plan of God, nn. 11-12
• the Holy Spirit, principle of Church's, n. 11
• -- in rich diversity, n. 16
• fullness of -- retained in, subsists in, the Catholic Church, n. 18b
• definition of -- , n. 20
• concern for the -- of the Catholic Church and concern for deeper communion with other Christian churches are inseparable, n. 57
• the "grace of -- ", n. 58b

Week of Prayer (for Christian Unity)

• Prayer in Common recommended during the --, n. 110

Word of God

• hearing and studying the -- , a means of ecumenical formation, n. 59