On Sunday, January 25, during a special ecumenical celebration marking the 1,700th anniversary of the Nicene-Constantinopolitan Creed, Archbishop Christian L\u00e9pine reflected on the meaning of authentic Christian unity and the central place of the Cross in the life of believers.<\/p>\n\n
Inspired by the Creed\u2019s Christological profession of faith, the Archbishop invited the faithful to rediscover what he described as the \u201cecumenism of the Cross\u201d\u2014a unity rooted not only in shared humanitarian efforts, but in a common commitment to Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n\n
\u201cEcumenism is not limited to gestures of solidarity in our cities and in the world,\u201d he said. \u201cThere is another form of ecumenism that is already present and urgently needed: the ecumenism of the Cross. There is only one foundation\u2014Jesus Christ. This gift has been given to us through faith. Today, the whole world needs the Cross.\u201d<\/p>\n\n
Archbishop L\u00e9pine encouraged participants to contemplate the mystery of the Cross, emphasizing that contemporary society is still waiting to hear the name of Jesus and to encounter the crucified Lord.<\/p>\n\n
\u201cThis ecumenical gathering is an opportunity not only to renew our attachment to Christ, but also to deepen our faith,\u201d he said. \u201cWe are called to recognize in him the crucified and risen Lord. During his public ministry, Jesus worked many miracles, but his most powerful word and his most decisive action was his \u2018Yes\u2019 to the Cross. There is no moment more revealing of God\u2019s love than Jesus offering himself on Calvary.\u201d<\/p>\n\n
He reminded the faithful that Christ\u2019s self-giving on the Cross remains a source of life and strength for all humanity.<\/p>\n\n
\u201cThe power of the Cross is entrusted to us,\u201d he said. \u201cDo we keep it to ourselves, or do we proclaim it? The world needs to discover Jesus Christ crucified. The Resurrection reveals the full meaning of the Cross: the one who is crucified is also risen. \u201cThe Cross brings peace, overcomes hatred and division, and offers hope where there is despair. It is a victory over war, guilt, and all forms of suffering.\u201d<\/p>\n\n
Archbishop L\u00e9pine concluded with a call to action, inviting the faithful to renewed trust and commitment.<\/p>\n\n
\u201cIn a world that often claims it does not need God, we see daily evidence of a deep longing for salvation and peace,\u201d he said. \u201cThe uncertainties and challenges we face are both an opportunity and a call: a call to live our mission as instruments of peace by keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus Christ crucified. United in prayer, let us place him at the center of our lives.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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