Abstract

This article examines the relationship between Gospel and cultures within the context of pluralism as a defining characteristic of the current epochal change, explaining the urgency of evangelization as a culture of encounter in service of unity in diversity. Drawing primarily on Pope Francis's magisterium, particularly his Apostolic Exhortation Evangelii Gaudium (2013), and updating Chiara Lubich's intuition about inculturation as an exchange of gifts, the study addresses how the Church must continuously relocate itself within diverse local and global contexts. The author argues that pluralism, while challenging faith by relativizing certainties, presents a historic opportunity for the Church to revitalize, rethink, and reorganize itself beyond the extremes of fundamentalism and relativism. The proposed intercultural path promotes harmony by evidencing the constitutive interrelation of all reality, transforming the perception of difference from alius (stranger, threat) to alter (neighbor, companion) and ultimately to frater (brother/sister). Evangelization is reconceptualized not as imposing cultural forms but as generating dialogue experiences that facilitate exchange of gifts through intercultural encounter. This approach requires both horizontal reciprocity in human relations and vertical openness to transcendent mystery. The methodology emphasizes dialogue as the privileged path for promoting unity, creating spaces where spiritual experiences emerge from plural encounters. The ultimate goal is fostering a culture of encounter that promotes common good and human dignity while enabling enrichment between different approaches to the ineffable Mystery.