Christians from more than 300 Movements and Communities in the ecumenical network, Together for Europe, meet in Munich from June 30 to July 2, 2016.
The outcome of the recent British referendum is one of the many symptoms of a fragmented Europe. It confirms that functional measures are not enough to convince about a common membership. This crisis calls for reflection and bold proposals. It is the right time for the Together for Europe edition, a clear, public manifestation of efforts for the renewal of the continent. It will take place in Munich from June 30 to July 2, 2016.
Programme. On June 30 and July 1, 1500 leaders and collaborators will take part in a congress held at the Circus-Krone-Bau. Apart from plenary sessions, the programme consists of 36 forums and round tables. Cardinal Peter Turkson is expected to be one of the main participants.
An outdoor rally, open to the public, will take place on July 2 at the central Karlsplatz (Stachus) in Munich. Youth have been offering their active, convinced and creative contribution towards this programme.
Pope Francis and the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I will be present through their video messages.
The programme can be followed in 7 languages through a streaming broadcast (www.together4europe.org).
Speech by Maria Voce at the Congress – July 1, 2016
Speech by Maria Voce at the Public Event – July 2, 2016
Message from Pope Francis – July 2, 2016
Message from Patriarch Bartholomew I – July 2, 2016
Updated on July 5, 2016
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