Catholic–Coptic declaration
Paul VI and Shenouda III issued a bilateral declaration of Christological faith and sacramental common ground. It did not restore full communion.
Historical context
Paul VI and Shenouda III issued a bilateral declaration of Christological faith and sacramental common ground. It did not restore full communion.
Reception
Named signatories or a commission, distinct from universal church ratification or restored communion.
Perspective note
Historical documents retain their original claims. The reception label follows the selected church perspective; library access does not imply assent.
Sources and further reading
- Common Declaration of Paul VI and Shenouda III
- Reception: Pope Francis · Address to Pope Tawadros II
Catholic retrospective account of the declaration and continuing dialogue. The continued aspiration to a common chalice distinguishes dialogue from restored communion.