Rest of reflection in the Westerwald: New impulses for volunteers!

Rest of reflection in the Westerwald: New impulses for volunteers!

On January 19, 2025, significant events for volunteers are in the Westerwaldkreis and Rhein-Lahn-Kreis. The reflection days organized by the CKD project group of the Caritasverband Westerwald-Rhein-Lahn should offer the participants inspiration and new impulses for their commitment. The WW Kurier reports that the events create space for reflection and exchange. These initiatives are particularly valuable at a time that fulfills the social demand for meaningful, project -oriented volunteering.

The reflection days take place on two appointments during Lent. On Saturday, March 8, in the Westerwaldkreis, and on Friday, April 4, in the Rhein-Lahn district. At the first appointment in Hachenburg, Father Guido Dupont Ocist will present the topic "He loved us", which refers to an encyclical from Pope Francis. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Caritas-Altenzentrum Haus Helena, Nisterstraße 3. The participation amount is 6 euros, including lunch and drinks.

Details on the reflection days

In Lahnstein, the day of reflection will be entitled "Pilgrims of Hope", led by Cornelia Simon, a pastoral officer. The event takes place from 2.30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Catholic parish hall of St. Barbara, Johann-Baptist-Ludwig-Straße 6. Questions are addressed here such as: "What hope are I worn?" And "How do I stay hopeful despite the challenges?" This event is free of charge and includes biblical impulses, personal reflections and exchange for coffee and cake.

The registration options are available from the Westerwald-Rhein-Lahn Caritas Association. The deadlines are February 26 for Hachenburg and March 28 for Lahnstein. Interested parties can register personally in the Caritas Center, Bahnallee 16 in Montabaur or by email to rainer.lehmler@cv-ww-rl.de. Rainer Lehmler is available for further information by phone at 02602-160669.

The commitment of volunteers is perceived as essential for our society by various church actors. Around 600,000 volunteers are involved in the Catholic Church, which, according to vatican news for democracy and social solidarity. Auxiliary Bishop Matthäus Karrer has emphasized the use of the volunteers as invaluable value. The volunteering helps to preserve social values ​​such as humanity and empathy.

consequences of the volunteer office

This day today, new demands of the volunteers can be observed. These want more say and the recognition of their skills. This development is also supported by the Evangelical and Catholic Church, which in Germany, with a total of around 43 million members, are considered the best -strong institutions. The commitment of the churches extends over several fields of action, including social work and integration of migrants as well as global justice and environmental protection. Churches offer training and accompaniment to volunteers and are open to cooperation beyond religious borders, which contributes to strengthening democratic society.

The planned reflection days are therefore not only a way for personal reflection, but also an opportunity to strengthen non -profit engagement, which is of great relevance in today's society. This context is underpinned by the ZDK , which addresses the role of churches in social engagement.