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The progress in ecumenical cooperation is significant in another area, that of the Word of God I am thinking above all at such an important event for different language groups of ecumenical translations of the Bible. After the promulgation by the Second Vatican Council, Constitution Dei Verbum, the Catholic Church could not accept with joy this realizzazione75. These translations, prepared by experts, generally offer a basis for the prayer and pastoral activity of all the disciples of Christ. Who remembers what influenced divisions, especially in the West, the debates about Scripture, can appreciate the significant step towards these common translations represent.45. In liturgical renewal carried out by the Catholic Church has paid in other Ecclesial Communities have made efforts to renew their worship. Some of them, based on the desire expressed at ecumenico76, have abandoned the custom of celebrating their liturgy of the Supper only infrequently and have opted for a Sunday celebration. On the other hand, comparing the cycles of liturgical readings of various Christian Communities in the West, it is found that they converge for the essentials. Also at ecumenico77, was given a special prominence in the liturgy and liturgical signs (images, icons, vestments, light, incense, gestures). Moreover, in schools of theology where future ministers are trained, the study of history and meaning of the liturgy are beginning to be part of programs, such as a need that is being rediscovered.
These are signs of convergence which regard various aspects of sacramental life. Certainly, due to disagreements in matters of faith, it is still possible to celebrate together the same Eucharistic liturgy. Yet we have a burning desire to join in celebrating the one Eucharist of the Lord, and this desire itself is already a common prayer of praise, a single supplication. Together we speak to the Father and we are doing more and more "with one heart." Sometimes, being able finally to seal this communion "real although not yet full" seems to be closer. Who could even think about a century ago?46. In this context, is a source of joy to note that Catholic ministers are able, in certain cases, to administer the sacraments of the Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick to Christians who are not in full communion with the Catholic Church, but who greatly desire to receive, freely request them and manifest the faith which the Catholic Church professes in these sacraments. Conversely, in specific cases and in particular circumstances, Catholics too can request these same sacraments from ministers of Churches in which they are valid. The conditions for such reciprocal reception have been laid down in rules and must be respected to promote ecumenica78.Appreciating the endowments present among other Christians47. Dialogue does not extend exclusively to matters of doctrine but engages the whole person: it is also a dialogue of love. The Council has stated: "You Catholics must joyfully acknowledge and esteem the truly Christian endowments from our common heritage that are at our separated brethren. Recognize the riches of Christ and virtuous works in the lives of others who are bearing witness to Christ, sometimes even to the shedding of blood, right and salutary, because God is always wonderful and surprising in his works' 79.48. The reports that members of the Catholic Church have established with other Christians since the Council, they did discover that God works in those who belong to other Churches and Ecclesial Communities. This direct contact at various levels, including pastors and members of the Communities, has made us aware of the witness to other Christians bear to God and Christ.
This has opened up a vast space for the whole ecumenical experience, which is both the challenge that we face in our time. The twentieth century is not perhaps a time of great testimony, which goes "to the shedding of blood"? And maybe it does not cover the various Churches and Ecclesial Communities which take their name from Christ, crucified and risen?Such a joint witness of holiness, as fidelity to the Lord, is an ecumenical potential is extraordinarily rich in grace. The Second Vatican Council emphasized that the present among other Christians can contribute to the edification of Catholics: "Nor should we forget that by the grace of the Holy Spirit is in fact separated brethren can contribute to our building. All that is really Christian never conflicts with the genuine interests of the faith, it can always make the same mystery of Christ and the Church is most perfectly achieved "80. Ecumenical dialogue, as a true dialogue of salvation, will certainly encourage this process, which has already begun well, to advance towards true and full communion.
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