Our work can be summarized in three words: Information, Representation, Action.
Information and Education: The Office was established to first of all provide ongoing and updating information and education to the members of the Paulist Community about the issues involved, and to serve as a motivating agent for constructive and creative initiatives on the part of Paulist ministry centers in their local context. This is accomplished through consultative visits to parish and campus centers where Paulists work, through a quarterly newsletter, and through the sharing of information and resources via the internet.
Representation: The Office's director represents the Community at various regional, national and international ecumenical and interreligious conferences, assuring a Paulist presence and voice at events such as the National Workshop on Christian Unity, the North American Academy of Ecumenists, and the Parliament of World Religions, as well as by serving on various dialogues such as the Mid-Atlantic Catholic-Muslim Dialogue and the Monastic Interreligious Dialogue.
Action: The Office also engages in direct action promoting Christian unity and interfaith understanding in a variety of ways, such as: Gospel Call, a four-day faith renewal event bringing Christians together for worship, community and mission; ecumenical and interfaith retreats; the publication of books and articles; preaching; talks, seminars and workshops for clergy and laity; and networking with other related individuals and organizations.
