New wind in Vechta: Christoph Schwerhoff becomes provost in the Assumption!

New wind in Vechta: Christoph Schwerhoff becomes provost in the Assumption!

Christoph Schwerhoff, a 39-year-old priest from Borken, was officially appointed the new provost and senior pastor of the parish of St. Mariä Himmelfahrt in Vechta. The Episcopal Münster official announced this on Friday. Schwerhoff, who is currently working as a spiritual at the Goch-Gaesdonck boarding school, is succeeding the Monsignor Michael Matschke, who died in June. His taking office is planned for August 15, 2025, while Auxiliary Bishop Wilfried Theising takes over the parish administration, as om-online.de

At an event during Advent, Schwerhoff had the opportunity to imagine the parish's committees. He has an extensive experience after working as a chaplain in Kevelaer for almost nine years. In his speech, he emphasized: "I encounter the new and respect with great openness." Schwerhoff is excited about his new task in the north of the diocese and emphasizes that he is happy to get to know a strong region with a self -confident character, like nwzonline.de

a new way for the community

Schwerhoff plans to work together with a committed team to make the Christian faith in the city of Vechta and the surrounding region alive and joyfully. "Especially in times when it is necessary to find new ways, I would like to contribute my part to promote a powerful faith," continued Schwerhoff. His change from the Lower Rhine to the Oldenburger Münsterland marks a significant step in his career and the parish.