ecumenism

6. is a generic term for a distinct religious body identified by traits such as a common name, structure, leadership and doctrine.
7. between the Eastern Church and the Western Church in 1054.

1. refers to the movement towards religious unity amongst Christian denominations. Unity does not mean uniformity
2. Ecumenical refers to efforts by Christians of different church traditions to develop closer relationships and better understandings.
3. It stands under the authority of the bishop of Rome, the pope, and is led by him and bishops who are held to be, through ordination, successors of Peter and the apostles.
4. was a split within the Roman Catholic Church which lasted from 1378 to 1417. Three men simultaneously claimed to be the true pope.
5. was a schism in the Catholic Church during the 16th century, which had major political, economic and religious implications