Dancing at the silent disco, rocking the stage at a slam, burning off energy together in sports activities, striking up conversations in the café, engaging in exciting discussions, or experiencing concerts, devotions, and worship services – the Centre for Young People thrives on young people bringing their ideas and spirituality to the table.

For three days, groups, congregations, associations, and initiatives from Düsseldorf, the region of the Protestant Church in the Rhineland, Germany, and around the world will shape a diverse, open, and inspiring programme. And one thing is certain: The 2027 German Protestant Kirchentag will be an unforgettable experience for young people!

The call for submissions invited ideas, activities, and projects - offerings that are fun, thought-provoking, spark conversation, or simply invite everyone to unwind together. A wide range of creative formats was welcome:
Whether it’s experimental or creative activities, culture, politics, sports, music, cafés, discussion formats, or workshops – everything was welcome. The call especially encouraged activities tailored to confirmands, youth, teens, and young adults who don’t fit into any box.

In terms of content, the call welcomed contributions that engage and inspire young people—topics they care about and about which they have something to say or ask.

Focus: “young & international”

A special highlight in Düsseldorf is the regional church project “young & international.” The project focuses on activities that bring international perspectives, foster encounters, and bring together young people from different countries. Groups from global partnerships, international initiatives, and multilingual formats were expressly invited to contribute. New, creative ideas that don’t fit into any (linguistic) box were also welcome.

Shaping the future together – with young people from all over the world

We envision a centre where young people aged 13 and older from diverse backgrounds actively help shape the experience – not just as guests, but as programme creators. The call particularly encouraged offerings where young people are directly involved in planning and implementation, as well as ecumenical, interfaith, and international collaborations.

The Centre for Young People is guided by the motto “You are precious” (Isaiah 43:4). The call invited initiatives that bring this attitude to life – ideally through joint projects involving multiple groups.