Harvest altar in St. Jakob: Pastor celebrates a relationship with creation

Harvest altar in St. Jakob: Pastor celebrates a relationship with creation

In Cham, a special evening mass was recently held in the St. Jakob Church, in which city pastor Jens Bartsch blessed the harvest altar. This traditional ceremony is characterized by gratitude for the gifts of nature and emphasizes the special connection between man and earth.

The reading during the fair conveyed a profound statement about how important relationships are. Pastor Bartsch quoted that people are not perfect when he is alone, which in the central idea underlined that creation and man are close. "We should behave and appreciate the gift that the earth gives us," emphasized the pastor. These words should remind the believers in memory that the harvest of nature not only has material importance, but also an expression of gratitude and connection with creation.

thanks to the community employees

At the end of the fair, Bartsch addressed special words of thanks to the women of the community. With a lot of dedication and creativity, they designed the harvest altar, which was the focus during the fair. Her effort contributed to making the atmosphere solemnly and venerable and illustrating the importance of the harvest. Such initiatives not only strengthen the community spirit, but also show the valuable role that each individual plays within the parish.

This blessing is more than just a religious custom; It is a sign of appreciation for the achievements of farmers and the gifts of the earth that are essential for daily life. In times when environmental protection and sustainable agriculture are becoming increasingly important, such a ceremony can also serve as a call to deal responsibly with the resources that nature offers us. Pastor Bartsch's words may follow up in the hearts of those present and encourage them to actively contribute to the protection of the environment and to practice gratitude.

Overall, the fair reflected the cultural and spiritual values of the community and showed how religion can also act as a framework for gratitude and cohesion. Cham therefore remains not only a place of the meeting, but also a center of reflection on important topics of the current time.