German Churches Emphasize Dialogue and Inclusion Following Regional Election Results

Following the victory of the far-right Alternative for Germany party in regional elections held in Germany, Lutheran churches announced that they will continue to uphold human dignity, dialogue, and the embrace of people from all cultures.

Church Response to Election Results

Member churches of the Lutheran World Federation in Germany clearly reaffirmed their commitment to dialogue, inclusion, and human dignity in the wake of the regional election results.

Reformation Heritage and Borders

In a social media post, Bishop Kristina Kühnbaum-Schmidt, President of the German National Committee, emphasized that the Reformation movement does not recognize national borders and that Luther's heritage unites people around the world.

The Role of the Wittenberg Center

Following the high vote share received by the far-right party in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, it was recalled that the center located in the city of Wittenberg serves as a space for dialogue, hospitality, and mutual learning.

International Meeting Point

Established in 2009, the center continues to welcome visitors from all over the world to address issues of identity and belonging within the global Lutheran community.