Pastor Kohlstruck: This is how you will find yourself during Lent!

Pastor Kohlstruck: This is how you will find yourself during Lent!

In the continuing Lent period, topics such as calm and mindfulness are becoming increasingly important. Pastor Andreas Kohlstruck emphasizes that this time offers an opportunity to "just get air" and to reflect on your own spirituality. He emphasizes that fasting is not only the absence of certain things, but also a way to concentrate on the essentials and to leave the sound of everyday life behind. "The silent time of fasting creates its value from intensified hearing," explains Kohlstruck. The conscious perception of God and his own emotions becomes great importance.

But in a world full of distractions, such as constant WhatsApp messages, it is often a challenge to find this silence. According to the Archbishopric of Munich , listening in God's voice requires a hearing heart that can be developed through silence and reflection. Everyday noise is often overwhelming, which makes hearing difficult. The importance of an attentive and spiritual heart is emphasized in the retreats.

weekly topics of Lent 2025

for Lent 2025, the Project Lentzeit Weekly impulses provided that can be used for personal meditation and reflection on your own spiritual path. This year's topic is "be who you are" and the weekly topics have already been determined:

The impulses are conveyed in the form of weekly letters with spiritual suggestions, accompanying songs and guided qigong exercises that make the spiritual content physically experienced. Participants can also register for a newsletter free of charge to receive regular information.

The project has established itself as a valuable resource for those who want to immerse themselves in spiritual practice since its foundation in 2017. With over 1500 subscribers and an archived collection of courses in recent years, it offers an inexpensive and access option to deal with the topics of Lent. The enthusiasm and commitment of the participants show that the longing for a deeper connection to their own spirituality and the divine continues to grow.

Overall, Lent is a clear call to pause and find an inner calm in the hustle and bustle of life to hear with an open heart.