Ut Omnes Unum Sint
"That they all may be one" (, ''ina pantes hen ōsin'', la, Ut ūnum sint) is a phrase derived from a verse in the Farewell Discourse In the New Testament, chapters 14–17 of the Gospel of John are known as the Farewell Discourse given by Jesus to eleven of his disciples immediately after the conclusion of the Last Supper in Jerusalem, the night before his crucifixion.''Joh ... in the Gospel of John (John 17#Verse 21, 17:21) which says: that they may all be one. As you, Father, are in me and I am in you, may they also be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. Significance and uses The phrase forms the basis of several ecumenical movements and United and uniting churches, united and uniting denominational traditions. It is also a common sermon topic on church unity. The phrase is the official motto of the Church of South India. The Latin version, ''Ut Omnes Unum Sint'', is the motto of the World Student Christian Federation, the University of Mainz, ...
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Ut Unum Sint (Speyrer Dom)
''Ut unum sint'' (Latin: ' That they may be one') is an encyclical by Pope John Paul II of 25 May 1995. It was one of 14 encyclicals issued by John Paul II. Cardinal Georges Cottier, Theologian emeritus of the Pontifical Household, was influential in drafting the encyclical. Like many encyclicals, this one derives its title from its "incipit" or first few words. These words are taken from the prayer of Jesus "at the hour of his Passion" in the Vulgate translation of the Gospel according to John. The document deals with the Catholic Church's relations with the Eastern Orthodox Church and other Christian ecclesial communities. It reiterates that unity of these two ''sui juris'' churches is essential, as well as further dialogue and unity with the Protestant churches. This document shows that the Catholic Church is officially committed to unity. It has become a common piece of study in ecumenical classes. Although it builds on the Second Vatican Council's decree, '' Unitatis red ...
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