Spirituality between institution and charism
reflections on the theology of Father Jean Romanidis
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This article examines the tension between institution and charism within Orthodox spirituality, taking as its starting point the limitations of certain contemporary ecclesiological orientations. The author adopts a critical theological approach, questioning the respective place of institutional authority, particularly episcopal authority, and charismatic gifts in the life of the Church. The central argument holds that the overvaluation of institutional structure at the expense of the charismatic dimension impoverishes an authentic understanding of ecclesial and spiritual life. The contribution of the article lies in a balanced rereading of the relationship between institutional order and the freedom of the Spirit, inviting readers to move beyond reductive oppositions in order to conceive an ecclesiology that fully integrates both dimensions. This reflection contributes to the contemporary Orthodox theological debate on the foundations and organization of ecclesial life.
This article has not been translated yet — it is available in its French version here.
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