Christian unity grows through prayer, friendship and work done together. The Mission is self-governing, yet deeply connected to other Christian communities. These relationships have different forms; we name each one plainly.
Our relationships
Federation of Free Catholic Communities
Membership. The Mission belongs to the Bund freier katholischer Gemeinden, a federation of communities rooted in sacramental faith, Christian unity and inclusive ministry. We remain responsible for our own governance and pastoral life.
FPEC Worldwide Communion
Full intercommunion. Our agreement with FPEC Worldwide Communion expresses mutual recognition and shared sacramental life. This communion is distinct from our membership in the German Federation of Free Catholic Communities.
Episcopal Anglican Community in Serbia
Full intercommunion. The Mission and the Episcopal Anglican Community, led by Bishop Petar Petrović, have a formal intercommunion agreement. The relationship joins us in prayer, pastoral friendship and sacramental fellowship while each community keeps its own life and leadership.
Inclusive Catholic Church
Full intercommunion. Our signed concordat with the Inclusive Catholic Church, led by Archbishop Joseph Richards, provides for participation in one another’s sacraments and ministries. We value the friendship and mutual care that accompany this formal bond.
Orthodox-Catholic Church of America
Dialogue. Our agreement opens a path for conversation and understanding. It does not declare full intercommunion.
Bulgarian Old Catholic Church
Historical bond. The Mission received apostolic succession and early encouragement through the Bulgarian Old Catholic Church. We remain grateful for that foundation and continue in cordial friendship; the Mission governs its own ministry.
How we build trust
Friendship need not become a formal agreement. We begin by listening, praying and learning how another community serves. When a closer relationship is right, we consider its worshipping life, governance, accountability, safeguarding and sacramental practice. An agreement of dialogue differs from full intercommunion, and we do not present one as the other.
These relationships are meant to serve people, not collect titles. We seek communion where it is possible, mutual respect where it is not, and charity always.
Why unity matters
Christ’s Church is wider than one jurisdiction. We reject fear-based claims that faithful Christians or their sacraments simply do not count because they belong elsewhere. We honour one baptism into Christ and seek to share His gifts with reverence and pastoral responsibility.
If your community would like to begin a conversation, contact the Mission.