What does fraternity mean to you? Interreligious leaders reflect

What does fraternity mean to you? Interreligious leaders reflect

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Mon, 07/06/2026 - 11:06

During a conference exploring “Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs in Europe: Building Fraternity through Dialogue and Collaboration,” held 23-24 June, interreligious leaders reflected on what fraternity means to them—and why it’s crucial for healing in today’s world.

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Rome, June 2026. Conference “Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs in Europe: Building Fraternity through Dialogue and Collaboration", co-organised by the WCC, the Vatican’s Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue and a broad coalition of Christian and Dharmic partners.

Photo: Chady Chata/WCC

Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad, prefect for the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, noted that humanity is facing many challenges, especially related to violence and wars.

“ This is a very particular moment, and we as religious leaders have the responsibility to work together,” he said, “especially in Europe to spread the message and give hope to all, especially for our younger generation.”

Dr Stefano Davide Bettera, president of…