Common Ground: Strengthening the Church Through Dialogue
Catholic Common Ground Initiative was founded in an effort to lessen polarities and divisions that weaken the communion of the Church. Through lectures, conferences, and programs in Catholic parishes, schools, and organizations, the Initiative continues to promote dialogue within the Church.Living Witness: the 2009 Strategic Plan
The plan, whose theme is “Catholics with differing views about critical issues in the Church," seeks to bring Catholics from diverse communities together for dialogue, provide resources for use on many levels within the church, and engage younger members.
Murnion Lecture Considers How American Catholics View the Church
James D. Davidson delivered the 2009 Murnion Lecture on June 26, 2009. Davidson then joined Amy Hoey, Mike Hayes, and Melissa Cidade for a panel discussion on the topic.About the Bernardin Center
The Bernardin Center for Theology and Ministry is dedicated to initiatives that promote peacemaking, interreligious dialogue, and the consistent ethic of life. The Center provides scholarships, promotes interreligious education and dialogue programs, and creates opportunities for young people preparing for lives and careers dedicated to service within the mission of the Church.Called to Be Catholic
Written by the Initiative's first director, Rev. Msgr. Philip J. Murnion, "Called to Be Catholic" serves as Common Ground's founding document and declaration of principles. What was true and important in 1996 remains so today, and continues to guide the Initiative's ideas and actions.