Blessing break: Pastor invite drivers to rest in the parking lot
Blessing break: Pastor invite drivers to rest in the parking lot
In the middle of the stressful travel time, at the beginning of the summer vacation, the Badische Landeskirche in a parking space on the A5 motorway shows that not only the arrival, but also the way there can be celebrated there. Through a creative action that offers both consolation and community, the pastors manage to give the travelers a little moment of calm.
Inspiration in the parking lot
In a rather inconspicuous parking lot near Offenburg, the pastors of the church districts Freiburg and Lahr have created an unforgettable experience. Under red and white parasols, they invite travelers to break out of the hustle and bustle of road traffic. Pastor Nadine Kempf, who goes through the parking lot, explains: "For many people, the start of the holiday means high stress - we are here to do something good for people!"
Find an inner peace
While guests enjoy fresh coffee and use fruit, you have the opportunity to receive a blessing. With a small card or one of the blessing bracelets, travelers can feel a connection to slightly larger and thus find inner peace. "This is not like a bleak rest area; you are truly welcomed here," says a pleased motorist who immediately feels relieved.
A humor of god
Even the Baden State Bishop Heike Springhart, which happened to come by, Farst found Trost in the campaign. After a car accident that she survived unscathed, she thanked the pastors for the blessing she had received. "Today I learned something about God's humor again, blessings and preservation," she wrote on Instagram. This shows how important such initiatives are - they not only offer a moment of reflection in everyday life, but also support people in special situations.
Direct wire up
This type of encounter is estimated by many travelers. "To have such a direct line up," says a satisfied driver, while the coffee is served by the clergy and painting books are available for children. With this initiative, the Badische Landeskirche not only creates a platform for discussions, but also promotes an exchange that is often neglected in a networked world.
The campaign at the parking lot proves that in times of hustle and bustle and uncertainty, human contact and spiritual support are invaluable.
- Nag
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