Fall 2026 · Call for Papers
c. 1324 – c. 1398
Byzantine theologian, statesman, and translator who introduced Thomas Aquinas to the Greek-speaking world and labored his entire life for the reunion of the Eastern and Western Churches. See Scholars of the Sacred →
Inspired by a Byzantine Legacy
The Kydones Review is an academic journal dedicated to the study of Christian unity, Catholic ecclesiology, and interreligious dialogue in the modern world.
The journal takes its name from Demetrios Kydones, the Byzantine scholar who translated the works of Thomas Aquinas into Greek and became one of the most important intellectual bridges between the Greek East and the Latin West. James Likoudis regarded Kydones as something of a personal hero — a figure who refused to treat the divisions between Christians as inevitable, and instead devoted his scholarship to building understanding across them. Naming the journal after him reflects the same aspiration.
We invite submissions from scholars, graduate students, and serious independent researchers. Our first issue (Fall 2026) focuses on the theme: Christian Unity in a Fragmented Age.
Editorial Board
Andrew Likoudis, MA
Dr. Vladan Stanković
Dr. Fabio Salgado
Dr. Luke DeWeese
Liz Moncada Sandoval
What We Publish
Peer-Reviewed Articles
Rigorous, scholarly articles delving into various theological themes, reviewed by esteemed experts in the field.
Ecumenical Dialogues
Contributions from various denominations, promoting a richer understanding of Christian unity and diversity.
Historical Perspectives
Explorations of significant theological figures and movements, connecting past wisdom with modern inquiry.
Book Reviews & Critiques
Thoughtful analyses of recent publications in theology and religious studies.
Platform for Emerging Scholars
Encouraging and publishing works from promising new voices in theological scholarship.
Translations & Patristic Sources
Publishing translations of lesser-known Eastern and Western patristic and medieval theological texts relevant to ecumenical inquiry.
Submission Guidelines
We welcome original scholarship on Christian unity, Catholic ecclesiology, ecumenism, and interreligious dialogue. Our first issue (Fall 2026) focuses on the theme: Christian Unity in a Fragmented Age.
- Christian Unity Before the Thousand-Year Anniversary of the Great Schism
- Patristic Tradition and Contemporary Ecumenical Dialogue
- Prospects for Christian Unity and the Joint Agreed Statements (Chieti, Alexandria, Ravenna, et al.)
- Christianity and Emerging Cultural and Technological Challenges
- Christianity and Interreligious Encounter in a Globalized World
- Ecclesiology, Vatican II, and Interreligious Dialogue
Criteria
Originality
Submissions must be original work and not under consideration by any other publication.
Format
Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word format, using 12-point Times New Roman, double-spaced.
Length
Articles: 2,000–4,000 words (including footnotes). Book reviews: 700–1,500 words.
Abstract & Keywords
Include an abstract of no more than 250 words and 4–6 keywords.
Referencing Style
Use the Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition) for footnotes and bibliography.
Submit to The Kydones Review
We welcome original scholarship in Catholic theology, philosophy, ecumenism, and church history. Submissions should be unpublished and not under consideration elsewhere. Please include an abstract of 150–250 words and attach your manuscript as a PDF or Word document.
How to submit
Send your submission by email to editor@likoudislegacy.com. Please include the following in a single email:
- Your full name and institutional affiliation (if any)
- Manuscript title in the subject line
- Abstract of 150–250 words in the body of the email
- Full manuscript attached as a Word document (.docx)
- A brief author bio of 100 words or fewer
Articles
2,000–4,000 words. Original, unpublished work not under consideration elsewhere.
Book Reviews
700–1,500 words. Query the editor before submitting an unsolicited review.
Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. You will receive an acknowledgment within two weeks.