Sławomir Pawłowski

Rev. Dr. hab. Sławomir Pawłowski is Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthodox Theology at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin (KUL), Poland. He combines pastoral ministry with intensive academic work in ecumenical and dogmatic theology, serving as editor-in-chief of International Theological Review COMMUNIO, reviewer for several journals, and promoter of numerous master’s theses.

Education: While explicit degrees are not detailed, his title dr hab. indicates a post-doctoral degree (habilitation) in theology, obtained before his appointment as Assistant Professor at KUL.

Research Interests: Pawłowski’s scholarship spans ecumenical theology, dogmatic and fundamental theology, Orthodox-Catholic dialogue, Reformation studies, and spiritual ecumenism. He explores themes such as the hierarchy of truths, sacramental recognition, charismatic movements, and the theological foundations of church unity, often integrating historical analysis with contemporary pastoral challenges.

Publications Trend: His recent articles (2020–2024) focus on the reception of ecumenical documents, pastoral engagement with charismatic communities, and the theological interpretation of baptismal and blessing practices. Earlier work (2015–2019) provided comprehensive studies on the principle of hierarchy of truths, environmental appeals by Polish churches, and historical ecumenical figures like James Haldane Stewart.

Scientific Awards:

• Rector of the Catholic University of Lublin Award (individual, 3rd degree) – 2005

Academic Service & Grants:

• Editor-in-chief: International Theological Review COMMUNIO and Ecumenism for Evangelization (2015)
• Member, Scientific Council of Ecumenical Studies and Documents (2019–)
• Organizer: XI Gniezno Convention (2018), International Ecumenical Congress “Lublin – City of Religious Accord” (2017), International Theological Congress “Faith and Theology Closer to Us” (2024)
• Promoter: numerous master’s theses in ecumenical theology

Laboratories & Teams: Pawłowski collaborates within KUL’s Institute of Ecumenical Studies, contributing to national and international research networks such as the Polish Bishops’ Conference Ecumenical Council and the International Ecumenical Fellowship.