Reconciliation in the diocese: Deacon Glaser Back on duty after two years!

Reconciliation in the diocese: Deacon Glaser Back on duty after two years!

In the diocese of Würzburg, a recent meeting in the Bischofshaus leads to a positive turning point: The suspension of Deacon Reinhold Glaser was lifted after two years. Bishop Franz Jung announced that this step was used in the context of the Holy Year to reconcile. "I hope that this step will strengthen the pastoral space Kahlgrund," said Jung. This development comes after a conflict-loaded time, which has now come to an end, such as Domradio.de

The last word had the two protagonists themselves: Bishop Jung and Deacon Glaser met for a clarifying conversation. The following Sunday, Glaser and team pastor Sebastian Krems already celebrated a service in the chapel of Rappach. During this service, Glaser then received the decree of the bishop, which lifted his suspension.

reconciliation after a long conflict

The argument about Deacon Glaser lasted almost three and a half years and mainly revolved it in differences in terms of service. Glaser had asked for more flexibility in funerals and baptisms, which met with resistance from Pastor Andreas Hartung and his pastoral team. Ultimately, this disagreement led to the suspension of Glasers in January 2023, a decision that the Vatican declared to be legal but rejected Glaser's complaint. These events in the community ensured displeasure and noticeable tensions, such as Br.de documented.

The fact that Glaser has co-founded the "Association for Christian Pastoral Care in Freedom" to support people who do not feel accepted by the Roman Catholic Church. This initiative, which Glaser has created at the suggestion of a friend that has escaped from the church, shows his commitment and efforts to have an effect outside of the church structures.

a new start for Deacon Glaser

The cancellation of suspension means not only the end of the sanctions, but also a new perspective for glazes, which will in future work as a deacon in retirement. Its exercise is therefore not completely excluded, but receives a change in the form. Vicar of General Jürgen Vorndran has already made a trade fair for July 27, in which Glaser will perform with him in the parish church of Mömbris. These joint steps should also symbolize a fresh start in the pastoral space.

How things will continue for Deacon Glaser in the future remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: the positive turn in this story could be important for many in the community, and hopes for a stronger community are re -inspired by the recent developments. Bishop Jung and Deacon Glaser seem to be on the best way to restore trust in their pastoral area with this step.