According to the leaders of the ‘House of One’ project, the aim is to “make tangible that religions can be an asset – putting a model of a peaceful coexistence opposed to all atrocities committed in the name of religion.” The ecumenical project has not only received the support from personal donors and private companies Read more
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Berlin ‘House of One’ promotes ecumenism between Christians, Muslims and Jews
Thursday, November 26th, 2020Berlin archbishop named after election held
Friday, June 12th, 2015
Pope Francis has named a new archbishop for Berlin in Germany, following a local election. Francis named Bishop Heiner Koch of Dresden-Meissen to the position. The right to elect their own bishops, from a “terno”, or list of three candidates approved by Rome, is still held by 13 of Germany’s 27 dioceses and archdioceses. This Read more
Mosque, synagogue and church planned under one roof in Berlin
Tuesday, August 5th, 2014A common house of worship featuring a mosque, a synagogue and a Christian church is being planned for Berlin. Berlin Rabbi Tovia Ben Chorin, Imam Kadir Sanci and Pastor Gregor Hohberg hope their dream can become a reality. The trio hope Christians, Jews and Muslims will soon study and pray together. The city has already Read more