Vorarlberg's parishes commemorate the victims of Graz with mourners
Vorarlberg's parishes commemorate the victims of Graz with mourners
Vorarlbergs Pfarren, Österreich - On June 11, 2025, the parishes in Vorarlberg commemorate the victims of the tragedy of Graz with a solemn mourning ring. At 10:00 a.m., a minute of commemoration is inserted throughout Austria, followed by a mourning ring at 10:01 a.m. in Vorarlberg. In this difficult time Bischof Benno Elbs all for participation in prayer to show solidarity with the affected families and behind. This gesture is intended to strengthen the connection of the Catholic Church in Vorarlberg with the people across Austria.
The commemoration is not only an act of grief, but also a sign of common hope and support. The bishop emphasizes the importance of this gathering and asks all believers to be in the thoughts and prayers.
anniversary of the bishop
In addition to the current events, Bishop Benno Elbs on Sunday, April 30th, his tenth anniversary of the office in the cathedral celebrate. From 10 a.m., the cathedral music will come up with a musical design of the small festival fair under the direction of cathedral conductor Benjamin Lack. The organ is played by cathedral organist Johannes Hämmerle. In addition, there is also a festive service on Whit Monday, May 29, on which the deacons Jakob Geier and Gabriel Steiner will be consecration.
In the preparations for these celebrations, the bishop reminded of the importance of faith: "What your love at the beginning of the church worked, it also works today". All believers are invited to participate in this festive part and to take part in an Agape on the cathedral square after the ceremony.
services and community
In the context of its measures to strengthen the community, the Catholic Church of Vorarlberg has found new ways even during challenging times, such as during pandemic to get in touch with the believers. This happened, for example, through a Radio-Gottesdienst , which was broadcast on March 15, 2020 from the bishop's chapel in Feldkirch. This was successfully implemented in cooperation with ORF Radio Vorarlberg as well as the portals Vn.at and Vol.at.The church encouraged people to celebrate Sunday in the family group during this special time and offers online prayers, impulses and suggestions. Various prayers are available online for the faithful, for example a home prayer in death. All of this is part of the efforts to maintain the spiritual community, even if physical meetings are not possible.
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