Theme and other texts from the Bible
Event & movement
The Theme is the central idea of a Kirchentag. The theme offers a focus and direction that guides us through the varieties of events and topics. It is usually taken from a biblical quote and forms a bridge to the current topics and questions of today. The slogan is the thread that runs through the program and provides the impetus for the events of the Kirchentag.
The presidium decides on the theme with the participation of the Kirchentag Parliament. The decision on the theme marks the beginning of the planning of the Kirchentag programme.
Overview of the theme and other biblical texts
| Opening service | 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 | “Keep alert; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.” |
| Closing service | Romans 8:31-39 | “...nor anything else in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” |
| Ecumenical service | Romans 12:1-9 | “Let love be genuine; hate what is evil; hold fast to what is good” |
| Bible Study Thursday | Mark 7:24-30 | “For saying that, you may go—the demon has left your daughter.” |
| Bible study Friday | Jeremiah 29:1-14 | “For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope.” |
| Bible study Saturday | Matthew 28:1-10 | “So they left the tomb quickly with fear and great joy and ran to tell his disciples.” |
| Celebratory communion service | Proverbs 15:13-17 | “...a cheerful heart has a continual feast.” |
| Church Day Psalm | Psalm 27 | “...of whom shall I be afraid?” |
