Art and faith: Bishop Glettler opens doors to spirituality

Art and faith: Bishop Glettler opens doors to spirituality

Tainach, Österreich - Klagenfurt, February 27, 2025 - on Saturday, March 1st, a top -class event will take place in the Sodalitas Education House in Tainach/Tinje, which deals with the fascinating connection between art and spirituality. The Bishop of Innsbruck, Hermann Glettler, and the Carinthian superintendent Manfred Sauer present their views and experiences on this topic. Glettler emphasizes in the program announcement: "Art and faith are controversial siblings," and sees her dialogue a chance for a sustainable exchange between church and contemporary culture. In addition to two impulse presentations, the event offers space for creative artists and artists to get into conversation with the two speakers. As the Kathpress reports, will present its considerations for various art intervention in the diocese.

The path of the bishop

Hermann Glettler, who originally comes from Verstenbach, is known for his commitment in the Evangelical Church. After his ordination in 1991, he appeared in various church roles and vehemently campaigned for social justice and interreligious dialogue. In 2017 he was appointed Bishop of Innsbruck and has been initiated by numerous art projects since then. His goal of strengthening the relationship between art and the church is reflected in its initiatives, regarded art as "remedies and food for a successful life in dignity", as superintendent emphasizes. Glettler's commitment also includes the promotion of young talents and the creation of an open dialogue with relevant topics of today.

In its previous career, Glettler initiated significant art intervenes in churches in Tyrol, which not only received local attention, but also aroused interest beyond the borders. He remains a advocate for a contemporary and integrative movement in the church, while he continues to drive the cultural aspects of faith. According to wikimedia , Glettler is not only a bishop, but also artist who recognizes the power of art as a transformation means.