[stripes1776]

Although not much is heard about it over the media, a lot of work is being done on one of the most important issue: extent and nature of papal authority. Without a consensus on this, no reunion attempts can even begin. Once, hopefully, this is agreed upon (this may take decades!), the Pope can call an Ecumenical Council which will then address theological issues (which may take a lot longer).

So does communion come before or after an Ecumenical Council?

[kosta50]

So does communion come before or after an Ecumenical Council?

As things stand right now, and given the Orthodox mindset, it willbe after the Ecumenical Council, for sure.

[Kolokotronis]

"So does communion come before or after an Ecumenical Council?"

Likely after, at least de jure. As one of us points out elsewhere, de facto its already going on in the Middle East.