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Christians of Weißenfels Invite to Thanksgiving - We Say ThanksAs punctual as every year, the Christian communities – the Evangelical Congregation St. Marien, the Evangelical Congregation Luther Church, the Evangelical Free Church of the Baptists, the Adventist Congregation, the Evangelical Congregation of the Castle Church St. Trinitatis, the Burgwerben Congregation as well as the Free Evangelical School, the Catholic Congregation St. Elisabeth, and the Catholic Daycare Center St. Elisabeth – invite all residents of Weißenfels to celebrate Thanksgiving with them. 
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Thanksgiving and everyday gratitude are closely connected and offer an opportunity to experience life more consciously and mindfully. Even without a religious or biblical reference, important insights can be gained from the Thanksgiving concept: Thanksgiving reminds us to appreciate the abundance we experience daily, whether in the form of food or other material and immaterial things. This abundance is not a given but the result of effort and cooperation. In everyday life, this can be transferred to small moments of gratitude – for example, when we enjoy a meal, have a pleasant encounter, or can relax in a quiet moment. Moreover, Thanksgiving focuses our attention on the moment when we pause and consciously perceive what we have. In a hectic world, we often lose awareness of the small things in everyday life that bring us joy or make life easier. Giving thanks can help us pay more attention – whether when getting up, during work, or in conversations with friends and family. Thanksgiving celebrates nature and its gifts, reminding us that we are only a part of the world around us. The Earth's resources are limited. Gratitude for nature can be expressed in everyday life through conscious actions and respectful treatment of what nature offers us – this also includes enjoying the beauty of nature. Traditionally, Thanksgiving is celebrated in community, emphasizing togetherness. It is important to show appreciation for the people around us – for small favors, for support, and for shared time. Gratitude is closely linked to contentment. When we regularly focus on the positive in our lives, this can lead to a deeper sense of well-being. Studies show that people who practice gratitude tend to be more resilient to stress and challenges. In everyday life, this can mean consciously looking for aspects to be grateful for even in difficult situations. In a consumer-oriented society, the idea of Thanksgiving offers an opportunity to shift focus from material possessions to values. Gratitude helps us remember what truly matters – health, relationships, experiences, and moments of happiness. And because gratitude is so essentially important, especially for oneself, the Thanksgiving celebration is the best occasion to come together as a community and reflect on what makes one happy and what one is grateful for. On September 21, 2024, everyone is invited from 2 p.m. to the Weißenfels Church St. Elisabeth (Friedrichstraße 15 – city center) for a joint service organized by the congregations with lots of music. Afterwards, surely one or another piece of cake will be enjoyed with coffee, and there is always something for the children to do. Not least because this year the “Great Congregations Festival” will be a guest at the daycare, there will be no boredom for the kids. Later, the grill with sausages will ensure well-filled stomachs. Conversations at the tables bring together the different congregations and residents, and often one realizes we are not so different after all. – It’s always worth stopping by. Author: AI-Translation - Nadja Laue (Stadtführerin in Weissenfels) | 18.09.2024 |
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