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Lightning strikes the church near Uelzen – the bell rings incessantly!
A lightning strike in Wieren near Uelzen causes the church bells to ring continuously. News and background information here.
Lightning strikes the church near Uelzen – the bell rings incessantly!
An unexpected incident recently shocked the small community of Wieren near Uelzen. During the night, lightning struck the church, which not only shocked the residents, but also caused the bells to ring constantly. The bells rang continuously for about 20 minutes until the fire department arrived and fixed the problem. Residents reported that the noise could be heard throughout the night, causing many startled people to climb out of bed to check on everything. The lightning event stirred up the village community and will certainly remain a topic of discussion among the residents for a long time. MIRROR reports in detail about this unusual night.
But it's not just the events in Wieren that fill the news. A lot is also happening on the digital level. SPIEGEL recently announced a new audio subscription called Audio+. This offer combines various Plus podcasts with a soundtracked version of the weekly SPIEGEL magazine. SPIEGEL+ subscribers even receive free access to this new service for the first 12 months. After the test phase, Audio+ will be available for 2.99 euros per month, while new users will have to pay 14.99 euros. Whether jogging, on the way to work or relaxing at home – with Audio+ users can easily listen to the SPIEGEL magazine. The app will also offer an offline function, so you can enjoy the content even without an internet connection. You can find out more about this on ifun.de.
The digital church is changing
In times like these, when digitalization is omnipresent, the church landscape is also increasingly challenged. This and much more is reflected in the challenges facing the digital church. After the Corona pandemic, digital engagement in many churches has noticeably decreased. This is the conclusion drawn by experts who point out the partly declining activities in preaching and internal communication. Innovative approaches are required to reach people while still maintaining ethical principles. Digitalization in particular should serve to proclaim the gospel and not just be an appendage to analog work. The current discussion about digital infrastructures is further fueled by Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter and the associated risks, such as that Owl Magazine reported.
The gap between traditional church values and the modern digital world is becoming increasingly noticeable. Experts suggest that Christian churches should redefine their responsibilities in the digital world. A move away from problematic social media platforms is considered necessary in order to convey one's own message authentically. Ethical principles must not only be adhered to, but also made the basis for digital engagement. Churches should therefore not only focus on their digital presence, but also ensure that it is in line with their values.