New mentorship in Landau: Theology students discover their faith!

New mentorship in Landau: Theology students discover their faith!

In Cologne there is a breath of fresh air for theology students who are looking for practical support during their studies. The focus is particularly on the mentorship in Landau, which offers valuable support for aspiring pastors and religious teachers. The diocese of Speyer reports that Marianne Hettrich acts as a mentor and holds the entire organization of the mentorship in her hands. Following personnel changes in the school department, the mentorship was restructured for the current semester in order to offer students even better support.

The goal of the mentorship is to combine academic learning at the university with a practical context. Hettrich emphasizes the importance of students being able to act as church contacts in schools. Events are offered to reflect on personal faith life and to promote a sense of community among participants. All students are welcome in Landau – regardless of their subject area.

Diverse offers in mentorship

The Catholic University Community (KHG) in Landau, led by Nico Körber, is the central location where the mentorship is located. Events that promote exchange take place regularly on the KHG premises. From evening prayers to study meetings during exam times to overnight accommodation – the rooms are an important contact point for students. The events under the motto “Cook and Talk”, where the focus is on cooking together, are particularly popular.

The KHG also offers a varied range of events, including seminars, workshops, hiking days, cathedral tours and even guitar courses. This shows how important shared spaces are in counteracting loneliness - an aspect that Körber particularly emphasizes. In addition, the KHG also offers pastoral care and spiritual guidance to clarify questions about faith.

Accompanying programs in Bonn

But people are not only active in Landau. That too Archdiocese of Cologne and the diocese of Aachen are breaking new ground in supporting theology students, especially in Bonn. The focus here is on prospective pastoral speakers and religious teachers. The mentorships are designed to promote a holistic identity and develop practical professional skills.

Religious education, which often forms a bridge to faith for children and young people, has special requirements. These mentorships provide additional support and tailor-made offers for religious teachers as well as special programs to address church requirements. The obligatory elements of church study support include not only information events, but also retreats and days of reflection that deepen one's faith.

Overall, it shows that these programs in Landau, Bonn and beyond do everything they can to accompany theology students on their path not only professionally but also spiritually. In this way, students can ensure that their studies not only serve to acquire knowledge, but above all to develop their personal faith story.