What question did this study set out to answer?

To assess the importance of the Lima document in achieving unity among various Christian denominations through baptism, eucharist, and ministry.

March 21, 2026

The Lima Document: Four Decades on: A Re-Reception of Baptism, Eucharist and Ministry and the Liturgical Implications

Key Points

To assess the importance of the Lima document in achieving unity among various Christian denominations through baptism, eucharist, and ministry.
Exploration of the Lima document and its historical context
Analysis of its implications for liturgical practices
Evaluation of the impact of bilateral dialogues on church unity
Highlighting the centrality of baptism, eucharist, and ministry in unifying churches
Identifying ongoing issues in achieving full participation at the Lord's table
Proposing the Lima liturgy as a model for authentic worship practices

Abstract

The final seal of unity between the different churches and traditions is the full participation around the table of the Lord. In the end, for all the very successful bilateral dialogues, the main contentious aspect is this: full unity around the table. To this end, this paper explores an important document, Baptism, Eucharist and Ministry , also called the Lima document. It was hailed as a very important document which underscored a number of understandings of the centripetal roles of baptism, eucharist and ministry. Looking back at the document and the liturgical ramifications, the supreme example being the Lima liturgy, can be of great help in establishing a trajectory towards an authentic worship between the different Christians of good faith.

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