Methodology of the Council

Dialogue ... 

... implies speaking and listening, giving and receiving, mutual growth and enrichment.

It is based on witness to one’s faith as well as openness to the religion of another. It is not a betrayal of the mission of the Church, nor is it a new method of conversion to Christianity.     

This includes promoting respect, mutual understanding, and collaboration between Catholics and the followers of others religious traditions; encouraging the study of religions; promoting the formation of persons dedicated to dialogue.   

The ecumenical dimension of interreligious dialogue is an important   aspect of the Council’s approach. The PCID has an ongoing relationship with the World Council of Churches and collaborates on initiatives in study and promotion of interreligious dialogue. 

The PCID restricts itself to religious questions.  Its competence does not, therefore, extend to political issues.    

Relations with Judaism is not part of the competence of the PCID.