Committee for Interreligious Dialogue
The Scottish Bishops' Committee for Interreligious Dialogue exists to make Catholics and others aware of the importance of interreligious dialogue within the life of the Church. Enjoy browsing this site to discover more about the work of the Committee and how you might get involved.
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Human Fraternity Conference 2026
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Nostra Aetate and Pope Leo
Nostra Aetate - 60th Anniversary -
Pope Leo Celebrates with Faith Leaders
Walking Together in Hope
At 'Walking Together in Hope", hosted by Pope Leo on 28th October, he underlined the importance of interreligious dialogue saying that with Nostra aetate, the Second Vatican Council’s Declaration on the relation of the Church to non-Christian Religions, “a seed of hope for interreligious dialogue was planted”.
“Today, your presence bears witness that this seed has grown into a mighty tree, its branches reaching far and wide, offering shelter and bearing the rich fruits of understanding, friendship, cooperation and peace.”
The Holy Father was addressing his remarks to representatives of world religions, members of the diplomatic corps accredited to the Holy See, and Vatican and Church officials committed to interreligious dialogue, who had gathered in the Paul VI Hall to celebrate the anniversary of the Council’s historic Declaration.
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Interreligious dialogue - fundamental to fostering a climate of peace
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"I believe that religions and interreligious dialogue can make a fundamental contribution to fostering a climate of peace. This naturally requires full respect for religious freedom in every country, since religious experience is an essential dimension of the human person. Without it, it is difficult, if not impossible, to bring about the purification of the heart necessary for building peaceful relationships."
Pope Leo XIV
To Members of the Diplomatic Corps Accredited to the Holy See
16 May 2025