A celebration of Christian reconciliation will take place in Guernsey from the 20th to 27th September, 1997 and a warm invitation is extended to members of all Christian denominations throughout Germany to participate.

The theme of the Second European Ecumenical Assembly, which is to be held in Graz, Austria in June, 1997 is to be titled:

Local Councils of Churches throughout Europe are being encouraged to promote initiatives which will develop this theme, in ways appropriate to their own situations. In Guernsey there are churches of many traditions, Catholic and Protestant, and all would welcome the opportunity to meet Christians from the new Germany, of their own as well as other denominations. It might be possible in some cases to arrange for individual congregations to be 'twinned' with their Guernsey counterparts. It is believed that there is much to be shared between both Christian communities and to be learnt from each other.

The Secretariat of the Conference of European Churches has defined "Reconciliation" in this context as "Getting on with each other again and being friends; it is the work of God's love as expressed in Jesus Christ".

Guernsey has many excellent hotels and comfortable guest houses where you would be made very welcome. This will not be a typical holiday as the occasion is seen by the Guernsey Council of Churches as a special opportunity fro shared Christian friendship. In addition, those taking part will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery and cultural attractions which the Island is proud to offer, meet local Christians and their families, join in Church gatherings and receive a warm welcomefrom the Guernsey Tourist Board.

Everyone is welcome including those who knew the island 50 years ago, or their relatives, young and old.

Further information later on main German contact point.