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iii) A Liturgical Sub-Committee should be appointed by both sides to examine the
liturgical implications arising from the restoration of communion and to
propose appropriate forms of co celebration.
iv) Matters relating to ecclesiastical jurisdiction should be arranged by the
respective authorities of the local churches according to common canonical
and synodical principles.
v) The two Co-Chairmen of the Joint Commission with the two Secretaries of the
Dialogue should make provisions for the production of appropriate literature
explaining our common understanding of the orthodox faith that has led us to
overcome the divisions of the past, and also coordinating the work of the other
Sub-Committees.
Subsequent Directions
To give direction and implementation to the work of the Joint Commission, the two
chairpersons, Metropolitan Bishoy and Metropolitan Damaskinos embarked on visits to
the heads of Orthodox Churches in 1994. Whilst the Joint Commission of the two
families of Orthodoxy has not convened since 1993, many are looking for concrete steps
to reach full communion.
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