On the Significance of the Church in Society: Faith, Dialogue, and Responsibility in Bielefeld
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Church, Society, and Future: An Evening about the KMU 6
Where does the church stand in a pluralistic society, and what contribution does it make to community, democracy, and social coexistence? The lecture at the Zionskirche Bethel invites you to explore these questions from an evangelical perspective and to rediscover the significance of church actions.
Findings of the Sixth Church Membership Survey
The focus is on the results of the sixth church membership survey of the Protestant Church in Germany. The KMU 6 examines religion, church membership, and social attitudes. For the first time, Catholic church members have been included alongside Protestant church members and non-denominational individuals. This broadens the study's view of religiosity, church affiliations, and the role of the church in Germany.
Lecture with Pastor Christian Binder
Christian Binder, pastor and lecturer at the Institute for Education, Training, and Development of the Protestant Church of Westphalia in Villigst, will guide the evening. His lecture combines theological categorization with empirical observations and focuses on the question of what added value the church brings to society.
Room for Questions and Discussion
After the lecture, there will be an opportunity for questions and discussion. This creates an open space for church members, engaged individuals, interested parties, and those who approach the church critically or curiously. The calm atmosphere of the Zionskirche provides a fitting setting for reflection, exchange, and a deepened religious experience.
An Evening at the Zionskirche Bethel
The Protestant Zionskirche Bethel belongs to the Bethel institutional church community and is located at Zionswald in Bielefeld. The simple church building has been a spiritual center of the community since its consecration in 1884. Visitors experience a place where prayer, community, and social responsibility are interconnected.
Admission is free. Registration is not required. The lecture begins on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 18:00 and is expected to end around 19:30.
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The evening promises a well-founded lecture, spiritual atmosphere, and stimulating discussions about the future of the church. Those who want to understand the church as part of society, learn about current study results, and bring in their own questions will find an inviting place for encounter and reflection at the Zionskirche Bethel.
