Frustration with democracy or joy in democracy? Coming together in conversation

Event: "Those up there and us down here..., frustration with democracy or joy in democracy?" in Gemeindehaus an der Evangelischen Kirche, Madeleine-Ruoff-Straße 2, 82211 Herrsching on 28. October 2026

Date and Time

28. October 2026 18:30

Location

Herrsching
82 Herrsching, Germany

About this Event

Church & CommunityLiterature & Readings

Mood

Relaxed

Venue Type

Inside

Democracy in conversation: Understanding frustration, discovering joy in participation

As societal tensions increase and trust in political decisions diminishes, there is a need for places for open, respectful exchange. The Herrsching conversation days of the Evangelical Three Lakes Community invite reflection on the relationship between citizens, political responsibility, and democratic involvement.

Between distance and responsibility

The evening focuses on the question of how the feeling of distance between the supposedly powerful and the supposedly powerless arises. The focus is on frustration with democracy and joy in democracy, political representation, social cohesion, and the willingness to take responsibility for the community.

An evening for dialogue and reflection

A protected framework for listening, questioning, and collective reflection is created in the community center at the Evangelical Church. The evangelical community sees its spaces as places of encounter, where different perspectives come together in respectful conversation. Thus, the evening combines political education with lived community and a spirituality of responsible togetherness.

Herrsching Conversation Days of the Evangelical Three Lakes Community

The Evangelical Three Lakes Community creates a space for worship, community, and societal dialogue with its offerings around Ammersee, Pilsensee, and Wörthsee. The event is aimed at all interested parties, regardless of church affiliation. No prior knowledge is required.

Conclusion

"Those up there and us down here..., frustration with democracy or joy in democracy?" opens a thought-provoking evening about trust, participation, and shared responsibility in a democracy. Anyone who wishes to understand societal developments, bring in their own questions, and gain new perspectives will experience an inspiring evening of encounter in the community center.

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