The Institute of Ecumenical Studies at the Ukrainian Catholic University warmly invites students, scholars, and practitioners to join the Online Summer School for Dialogue 2025, dedicated to one of today’s most urgent global issues: Rethinking Migration as a Phenomenon and the Church’s Mission in New Circumstances.
Dates: July 1–9, 2025
Working Language: English
Credits: 3 ECTS credits
Participation Fee: None (thanks to the generous support of the Mainz Diocese)
Key Topics of Exploration
- Migration as a Phenomenon: Debunking myths and fostering a comprehensive, informed perspective.
- Hospitality as a Christian Value: Understanding the theological and practical role of hospitality in welcoming migrants.
- Theological Reflection on Migration: Recognizing the Church as a community “on the move”.
- The “Borderless” Church: Adapting pastoral practices to meet the needs of diverse and migrant communities.
- The Russo-Ukrainian War and Migration Processes: Examining migration driven by conflict through a contextual lens.
- Ecumenical Dimensions of Migration: Promoting cooperation across Christian denominations to serve migrant populations.
Program Overview
Migration is reshaping societies worldwide, creating both profound challenges and transformative opportunities. This year’s School seeks to rethink migration through a holistic and theological lens, asking: What is the Church’s mission today?
Participants will benefit from:
- Expert insights from Ukraine and abroad
- Contextual analysis of forced migration, particularly related to the Russo-Ukrainian war
- Pastoral and theological approaches for engaging with migrant communities
- An ecumenical commitment to defending human dignity and promoting justice
What to Expect
- 13 Expert-Led Lectures (Two evening sessions daily)
Learn from leading voices in migration studies and ministry. - Interactive Discussions
Engage in thoughtful dialogue, exchange ideas, and deepen understanding. - Student Presentations
Present your own research or projects to an international cohort. - Recorded Access
All lectures and sessions will be available for later viewing via the IES website.
Application Deadline: June 15, 2025
Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwRVrx71b3Xcl5bXMDrclYgTzvHHI1A20aoIvCPR2i0qr1uw/viewform
Find out more: https://ies.ucu.edu.ua/en/schooling/summer-schools/ekumenichna-shkola-dialogu-2025/