Romanian Orthodox parish joins Heidelberg’s new interfaith dialogue forum

The Romanian Orthodox ‘Holy Trinity’ Parish in Heidelberg, Germany, has been invited to join the Heidelberger Dialog der Religionen (“Heidelberg Dialogue of Religions”), a forum established by the city’s administration to bring together representatives of the city’s major religious communities.

According to the City of Heidelberg , the initiative aims to bring together representatives of the city’s principal faith communities at the same table for the first time, creating a platform for dialogue and cooperation. The forum seeks to encourage the exchange of perspectives among religious communities, advise the local authorities on religious matters, increase the visibility of religious life in Heidelberg and promote peaceful coexistence within society.

Recognition of the parish’s contribution Serafim Armanca was the representative of the Romanian community at the interreligious dialogue organised by Heidelberg City Hall. Photo credit: Heidelberg City Hall / Philipp Rothe Speaking to Basilica.ro, the parish’s pastoral associate, Serafim Armanca, said the invitation reflects both recognition and responsibility.

“After more than a decade of sustained Orthodox presence in the…