Ecumenism is the pursuit of unity among all Christian churches.

It is a process of understanding that recognizes and respects diversity among churches. The idea of ​​ecumenism is precisely to unite the Christian world. In practice, however, the movement comprises several religions including non-Christian ones.
Ecumenism seeks to establish good relations of friendship between different people and churches. Work together to help those in need and fight for justice. It holds celebrations and prayers together for the cause of unity, and it conducts studies on the doctrines of the various churches, in search of new methods of dealing with disagreements.
The term ecumenism originates from the Greek “”oikoumene” which meant “the civilized world”. In the Bible the word oikoumene is translated as “whole” and “universal”.