“Gemeinde f\u00fcr alle” a phrase that encapsulates the very essence of the Freie evangelische Gemeinde Dortmund. This community extends its warm embrace to every generation. It welcomes all nationalities, cultures, and genders. No matter who you are, you’re invited to be part of this unique fellowship.
The Freie evangelische Gemeinde Dortmund sees itself as a vibrant community. Its foundation is faith in Jesus Christ. Like the body described in 1 Corinthians 12:12, it is composed of many parts. Each member brings their unique gifts and talents. Here, personal growth and contribution go hand in hand.
The church is led by dedicated individuals. Greta Dittmann is part of the Gemeindeleitung. Judith Eggers is a pastor currently on parental leave. Lasse Eggers is also a pastor. Silke Hahn is part of the Gemeindeleitung. Dr. Norbert Vogel is part of the Gemeindeleitung. Christian Vo\u00df completes the Gemeindeleitung team.
Financially, the Freie evangelische Gemeinde Dortmund operates differently than state churches. It relies entirely on donations. These contributions support their mission and activities.
The Freie evangelische Gemeinde Dortmund is part of a larger network. It belongs to the Bund Freier evangelischer Gemeinden. This association represents around 470 similar congregations. It makes it one of Germany’s traditional free churches.
The Freie evangelische Gemeinde Dortmund supports missionaries around the world. Esther Neufeld serves in Quito, Ecuador. She works with Reach Beyond and VDM. Anke and Michael Malessa are stationed in Manila, Philippines. They are involved with OMF. Sonja and Andr\u00e9 Pascher work with migrants and refugees. Their work is based in Duisburg-Rheinhausen with the Allianzmission.
Hermann Heinrich Grafe significantly shaped the first Freie evangelische Gemeinde in Germany. During his time in Lyon, he encountered the \u201e\u00c9glise \u00e9vang\u00e9lique libre.\u201c. He embraced the concept of God’s free grace. It became central to his Christian message. He envisioned a community that gathers around communion. This community would be socially and missionally active.
Returning to Wuppertal, Grafe tried to implement his insights within the Reformed Church. Faced with resistance, he and others established a new church based on biblical principles. This marked a pivotal moment in the history of the Freie evangelische Gemeinde Dortmund.
Today, the Freie evangelische Gemeinde Dortmund continues this legacy. It is a place where faith, community, and service intertwine. As you stand here, you can feel the spirit of inclusivity. It has defined this congregation for so long. It’s a testament to their enduring commitment. They are committed to being a welcoming home for all.