{"id":18504,"date":"2026-07-04T11:46:13","date_gmt":"2026-07-04T10:46:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cvx-clc.net\/?p=18504"},"modified":"2026-07-04T11:46:17","modified_gmt":"2026-07-04T10:46:17","slug":"clc-in-germany-national-assembly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cvx-clc.net\/en\/clc-in-germany-national-assembly\/","title":{"rendered":"[CLC in Germany] National Assembly"},"content":{"rendered":"

At the beginning of June, the\u00a0CLC\u2019s so-called delegates\u2019 meeting in Germany<\/a> took place near Augsburg. Every two years, representatives from our diocesan and regional communities and the various working groups meet with our Executive Committee to reflect on recent activities, clarify the next steps through a joint discernment process, and elect the new Executive Committee.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0A key focus was our \u2018Future Process\u2019,\u00a0which we launched in spring 2026 with the question: What course must we set now to ensure that, in ten years\u2019 time, we are still a vibrant community that appeals to those on a spiritual journey and makes its contribution to the Church and society? From the outset, this process was designed as a communal discernment \u2013 within the committees of our national community; through a workshop based on the ESDAC method in early January involving 23 members, selected to reflect as far as possible the diversity and complexity of the CLC\u00a0in Germany; via a survey of everyone who feels part of our community; and through regular newsletters to keep everyone informed. There is broad agreement that Ignatian spirituality is our core\u00a0strength\u00a0and that community is seen by all as a major asset. At the same time, there is a desire for greater openness \u2013 for example, towards young people or those who feel they are on the margins of the Church \u2013 and for diversity. Do we agree on our \u2018treasures\u2019 \u2013 and what is our goal?\u00a0In accordance with\u00a0the principle and foundation of the Spiritual Exercises, the CLC\u00a0<\/a>is not an\u00a0end in itself, but\u00a0a means \u201cto follow Jesus Christ more closely and\u00a0work\u00a0with Him\u00a0for the\u00a0building of\u00a0the Kingdom\u201d (AGr\u00a04).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We will continue to work on these questions over the next two years. There was agreement, amongst other things, that \u2018socio-ecological transformation\u2019 will remain a key focus and that we wish to further intensify our work with and for young people. A year ago, we created a part-time position\u00a0for this purpose, which we also intend to secure financially in the medium term.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

And\u00a0for many\u00a0of us, it was a sign of encouragement that we were able to\u00a0affiliate\u00a0the CLC\u00a0in the Archdiocese of Hamburg as a diocesan community.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

After ten years on the Executive Committee, eight of them as Chair, we\u00a0thanked and\u00a0bid farewell to Andreas Kolloczek. The new Executive Committee has already set out on its journey, encouraged by the\u00a0strong support\u00a0of the delegates and the shared desire to help shape the Church and society to the best of our ability.<\/span><\/p>\n

Daniela Frank, National Promotor CLC in Germany\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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