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The protection of the most vulnerable is at stake in Europe
What do the debate about prostitution in Germany and the European abortion initiative “My Voice My Choice” have to do with each other? An article about human dignity, by Wolfgang Stock. The party conference of the Christian Democrats in the German state of Bavaria (CSU) voted by a large majority…
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How do German Christians view sexuality? That remains the question
In Germany, scholars presented a new study that claims that Christians have a very liberal view of sexuality. However, Wolfgang Stock questions this outcome. > Stay up to date with Christian news in Europe? Sign up for CNE's newsletter. In Germany, a new “study “on sexuality among Christians has sparked…
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German CDU prevents pro-choice candidate from becoming judge: a victory for Christians?
Just before the summer, the Christian Democrats in Germany prevented a candidate with very liberal views on abortion from becoming a judge. Does that mean that Christians in Germany are gaining power again?In the last days of the German parliament's session before the summer recess, there was a heated debate…
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Why people should know the meaning of Ascension Day and Pentecost
Most people in Germany don’t know what Ascension Day and Pentecost mean. They see them as just another day off. Yet, these days are of crucial importance, Wolfgang Stock writes. In Germany, Christians celebrated Ascension Day – the Thursday is a bank holiday. Many men celebrate “Father's Day” soon after.…
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German election results bring uncertainty for Christians
Germany elected a new parliament on 23 February. This election was very special, with many saying it was a turning point in German politics. > Stay up to date with Christian news in Europe? Sign up for CNE's newsletter. This was not only because it was an early election following…
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How far German Christians are from consensus about the abortion review
It’s okay to scrap abortion from the criminal law, some Christians say. But others fundamentally disagree. In Germany, this is not just theory but practice, Wolfgang Stock writes. The German parliament, the Bundestag, has held intense debates in recent months about the further liberalisation of the German abortion law (Criminal…
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This is the way out in the German crisis
Germany is currently in an unusual situation for its inhabitants: we are in a deep crisis. And not just in one area, but in several: The economy, politics, administration, churches… This is the way out, says columnist Wolfgang Stock. > Stay up to date with Christian news in Europe? Sign…
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Column from Germany: Why Christians fall for the AfD narrative
In Germany, elections are coming up. Many are worried about the far-right AfD party that will get a good deal of the votes, according to the polls. Christians are allured by the narrative of the party too, columnist Wolfgang notices. Regional parliamentary elections will be held on September 1 in…
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Column from Germany: How anti-Semitism divides Christians
Universities are making headlines in Germany. Not only have there been anti-Semitic demonstrations at universities. Also “fundamentalist Christians” are under criticism. Even the president of the renowned Technical University in Germany's capital, Geraldine Rauch, is in trouble. Rauch used her X account to link posts with anti-Semitic imagery, such as…
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Column from Germany: How Christian holidays regain their meaning in Germany
This year I have made a pleasant observation: In Germany, the „Karwoche“ („Holy Week“) has been revitalised. In previous years, everyone in Germany already cheerfully wished everyone a Happy Easter in the days leading up to Good Friday! And Holy Saturday was colloquially referred to as Easter Saturday – even…
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