Center for Empowerment Studies
Research Center for Christian Empowerment in Secularity
Exchange between theory and practice
A central part of the work of the CES is the transfer of knowledge between the university and the church, between academic research and church or school work. A lively exchange with staff and volunteers from churches, schools and social welfare organizations enriches our research, and conversely we make research results fruitful for their practice.
CES scholars frequently give presentations in church synods and working groups, are involved in further training courses for full-time and volunteer workers and publish working papers and handouts for practical use. CES events facilitate exchange between practitioners, students and researchers.
Continuing Education Program: 'Church in a Secular Age – Perspectives on Christian Empowerment'
Starting in the summer semester of 2026 (April to July), we will offer a focused continuing education program at the Faculty of Theology in Halle, specifically designed for pastors.
Program Components:
Specialized Seminar: Weekly seminar titled “Perspectives of Christian Empowerment in a Secular Context”
Elective Courses: Individual selection of courses from the Faculty of Theology’s offerings
Excursions: Opportunities for excursions to Lutherstadt Wittenberg and to innovative ministry settings (“Erprobungsräume”) within the EKM
Supervision (Optional): On request, we offer assistance in arranging pastoral supervision (in cooperation with the Pastoral Care Seminar of the EKM in Halle)
Accommodation at the Francke Foundations: On request, assistance in finding a room at the Evangelisches Konvikt or the Pastoral Care Seminar of the EKM
NETWORK – PARTNERSHIPS – COOPERATIONS
The CES maintains a range of international partnerships and relationships with institutions in the USA, the United Kingdom, Latvia, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Hungary, Switzerland, and Austria.
