Societas Oecumenica
The members are departments for ecumenical studies at European Universities of all confessions, Church related institutes for ecumenical studies as well as individual theologians from European countries who work in the field of ecumenical studies.
The main instrument for the work of Societas Oecumenica is the biennial consultation with lectures, workshops and open fora. The results of these academic consultations are published in peer-reviewed proceedings.
The Societas Oecumenica is a network of institutions and individuals that promotes ecumenical research by keeping members in contact with each other, contributing to their collaboration and exchange in the field of science and personal relationships.
Upcoming consultation
Date
August 21, 2026 - August 25, 2026Registration closed:Call for papers closed:February 28, 2026Venue
Where:Utrecht (Netherlands)Adress:Janskerk, Janskerkhof 26, 3512 BN UtrechtChurches in the Midst of Polarisation
This ecumenical Academic Consultation will critically examine phenomena of polarisation in church and wider society and explore initiatives toward depolarisation. In recent times, political discourse has become increasingly divisive, resulting in palpable tensions and hostility within society. The consultation will address the role of churches and ecumenical organisations in the context of polarising dynamics. It will explore the approaches adopted by these institutions and the manner in which they utilise their positionality. Different types of polarisations, their motives, narratives, dynamics and impact will be examined. This will entail addressing the harm and injustice experienced, and analysing theological responses, and the potential for transformation.
News & reports
Read the latest news about the activities of Societas Oecumenica and its members
One of the main objectives of Societas Oecumenica is to promote research in the field of ecumenism. An important part of this process is the mutual exchange of information.
In the News section you will therefore find information not only about the activities of the Standing Committee, but also about experiences, research projects or forms of cooperation in which members of the Societas Oecumenica are involved.