conference of ecclesiastical dignitaries and theological experts convened to discuss and settle matters of Church doctrine and practice
An ecumenical council is a major meeting of high-ranking Church leaders and theological experts brought together to discuss and decide important questions about what the Church believes and how it should operate. These councils matter because their decisions on Church doctrine and practice carry significant authority and help shape the direction of the Church.
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