Interfaith Dialogues with Special Guest Christopher Harris

No man is an island, and no religion exists in a vacuum. Within the US alone, there are more than 200 denominations of Christianity, and many more globally. In today’s episode of Mean of Grace, hosts Jesse Ennis, Jonathan LeMaster-Smith and John Yeager discuss the concept of ecumenism and the importance of unity within the Christian faith. They explore how different Christian denominations can find common ground and work together towards a shared mission of faith and service. 

Joining them in this discussion is Reverend Christopher Harris, Executive Pastor at Crossover Church in Tampa, Florida. Together, they express their hope for a future where Christians of different denominations collaborate and come together for common goals, such as disaster relief, veteran care, and refugee assistance. 

Chapters:

00:00 Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Ecumenism

04:10 Unity in Diversity: Finding Common Ground

07:39 Different Types of Ecumenical Partnerships

12:26 The Importance of Ongoing Dialogue and Collaboration

26:55 Introduction of Christopher Harris

29:45 Engaging Younger Generations in Ecumenical Efforts

34:11 The Importance of Answering Real Questions

37:19 Teaching the Historical Context of Theology

41:35 Dreaming of Collaboration and Church Mergers

44:12 Collaboration and Church Mergers for Greater Impact

46:16 The Significance of Multi-Generational Churches

52:27 The Importance of the Holy Spirit in the Church's Work