Fest of the tradition: Libori 2024 connects generations in Paderborn

Fest of the tradition: Libori 2024 connects generations in Paderborn

The Libori Festival in Paderborn is not only a religious event, but also a significant social and cultural expression that brings together the community. This year the festival was opened with a special pontifical office, led by Bishop Udo Markus Benz. "Tradition is a bridge for us in the Catholic Church," emphasized Benz, which emphasized the importance of tradition for future generations.

The deeper meaning of tradition

Bishop Benz explained that adhering to traditions do not mean to escape the challenges of the modern world. Rather, these traditions should serve as powerful tools to make the teachings of Christ relevant and understandable. "Christ in credible people today," said Benz, is a central task of the church. Faith, he continued, could enrich life and strengthen individual responsibility in the community.

a musical festival

The Pontifical Office was musically designed by the choir of cathedral music, soloists and the orchestra of the Philharmonic Society Paderborn. Under the direction of Thomas Berning, the well-known Missa in C, KV 317, also known as the "coronation fair", was performed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, together with the Libori Hymnus of Gustav. These musical performances not only underline the festivity of the event, but also strengthen community loyalty and cultural wealth of the Archdiocese of Paderborn.

roots of the festival and the Holy Liborius

The roots of the Libori festival go back over 1000 years when the relics of St. Liborius von Le Mans were transferred to Paderborn. Liborius, the fourth Bishop of Le Mans and regarded as a miracle offender, campaigned for the spread of Christianity throughout his life. The over 1200 -year -old city of the city between Paderborn and Le Mans, which is based on the transfer of its relics, is a symbol of the close connection and the exchange between the two cities, which are also important in modern times.

Archbishop Udo Markus Benz concluded the celebrations with the words: "Our way through this story - so old. So new. So beautiful!". This message encourages the community to appreciate history while at the same time remains open to new ways and developments.

a festival for the community

Overall, the Libori Festival shows how traditions not only belong to the past, but can actively shape the current life of people. It offers a space for reflection, community and spiritual growth and emphasizes the importance of the Catholic Church in the region. For many Paderborn and believers from the area, celebrating this tradition is a festive highlight in the calendar, memories, connection and hope for the future.

- Nag