Understanding Poland: Music, Memory, and European Neighborhood in Göttingen
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Understanding Poland: History, Culture, and Faith in Open Dialogue
Where history meets memory, culture meets identity, and faith meets social responsibility, space for genuine understanding emerges. The lecture series “Understanding Poland” of the Ecumenical Seminar invites a nuanced engagement with Poland and German-Polish relations in the parish hall of St. Jacobi Göttingen.
An Afternoon Between Music, Memory, and European History
On October 7, 2026, the topic “Not Just Chopin. Poland and Music” will be the focus. Musicologist and journalist Michael Schäfer will dedicate himself to the diverse musical expressions of Poland and open perspectives on culture, society, and European identity. The lecture combines academic context with a vibrant atmosphere of religious and cultural conversation.
Ecumenical Seminar as a Place of Encounter
The series is organized by the Ecumenical Seminar in collaboration with the Evangelical-Lutheran parish St. Jacobi, Evangelical Adult Education, and the Adult Education Center. The parish hall thus becomes a place of interdisciplinary exchange, where historical experiences, theological questions, and societal developments can engage in dialogue.
Faith Experience and Community in the Parish Hall
In the tranquil atmosphere around St. Jacobi, space is created for concentrated listening, personal reflection, and collective contemplation. Although the event is designed as a lecture, it aligns with the tradition of church educational work: knowledge, spirituality, and lived community merge into a religious experience that deepens the view of neighboring Poland.
For Interested Persons from Göttingen and the Region
The event is aimed at people interested in Polish music, European history, ecumenical dialogue, and cultural understanding. No prior knowledge is required. Admission is free. The lecture series takes place from September to November 2026 on Wednesdays at 3:30 PM in the parish hall of St. Jacobi.
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Visitors can expect an informative, welcoming lecture about Poland and its music in a traditional church setting. Anyone wishing to discover cultural connections, understand European neighborhood better, and experience community in open dialogue should experience this appointment live in St. Jacobi Göttingen.
