For the first time, this EME conference will be hybrid, allowing members and friends from around the world to join us either in person or online.
This year's theme, "Limits of Religious Freedom and Tolerance," promises thoughtful discussion and exploration. We'll delve into how liberal religious perspectives engage with contemporary challenges to freedom of thought, conscience, and belief. Our hosts, the Frei-religiöse Gemeinde Offenbach and the Unitarische Freie Religionsgemeinde Frankfurt, are both celebrating their 180th anniversaries, adding a layer of historical depth to our meeting.
Keynote Speaker Spotlight
We are particularly pleased to welcome Seyran Ateş as our opening keynote speaker. A prominent author, women's rights activist, and founder of the liberal Ibn-Rushd-Goethe Mosque, she will share insights on "Limits of Tolerance and Liberal Religion".
Beyond the keynote, look forward to engaging sessions, including a panel discussion on Free Religion featuring Pascal Schilling and George Williams, parallel workshops exploring topics like Liberal Theology's contribution to religious freedom (led by Dr. Kurt Bangert) and the historical evolution of these freedoms (with Rev. Norbert Rácz), plus valuable Circle Group discussions for deeper connection. Enjoy networking during dinners and coffee breaks, and experience a special Jazz and Blues Organ Concert by the acclaimed Barbara Dennerlein. The conference concludes with an Interfaith Service hosted by our Frankfurt congregation.
Interested in exploring the roots of the free religious movement? Consider arriving early for the optional Pre-Conference Tour (Sept 9-11), visiting historic congregations and significant sites in Ingelheim, Mainz, Mannheim, Ludwigshafen, and Frankfurt, including the Paulskirche and the Jewish Museum.
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We're looking forward to seeing you in Germany for what promises to be an insightful and connecting conference!
