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Future of the church: Altheim-Aspach deanery starts structural reform!
The Altheim-Aspach deanery is starting a year of preparation for parish structural reform in order to strengthen cooperation between the 13 parishes.
Future of the church: Altheim-Aspach deanery starts structural reform!
The Altheim-Aspach deanery officially started the preparatory year for parish structural reform on October 24th in Altheim. This reform aims to integrate the region's 13 parishes into a common pastoral space. Around 70 representatives from all involved parishes took part in the opening event to set the course for the next two years.
Dean Christoph Mielnik opened the event and thanked the many volunteers for their commitment. “Together we can take a significant step towards the future of church life,” said Mielnik. During the kick-off, the participants had the opportunity to think in small groups about opportunities, challenges and opportunities for cooperation between the parishes.
A continuing process
The process of forming a new joint parish will take two years. The aim is better networking and shared responsibility, which should take into account both the organizational and substantive aspects of future pastoral life. The affected parishes are: Altheim, Aspach, Höhnhart, Kirchheim, Maria Schmolln, Mettmach, Moosbach, Mühlheim, Polling, Roßbach, St. Johann, Treubach and Weng.
The core team, led by Johannes Mairinger and Heinrich Brandstetter, is supported in terms of content by Elisabeth Kronreif. The first steps in this preparatory year focus on the strategic and organizational alignment necessary for successful restructuring. A particular focus is on establishing a source of shared responsibility and the future-oriented growth of church activities.
Digital transformation as an opportunity
Parallel to the church structural reform, a comprehensive digital transformation is taking place in various areas. Loud SaM Solutions 90% of all companies are undergoing some form of digital transformation. By 2025, the global digital solutions market will grow to $2.8 trillion. To remain competitive, companies rely on a clear strategy that takes both technology and corporate culture into account.
A central aspect is the agile way of working, which helps companies to adapt flexibly to changing requirements. Using methods such as OKR (Objectives and Key Results) can also help to define clear goals and determine measurable results. Companies that integrate transformation into their business models are more successful in the long term.
Education and equal opportunities
The role of education in this context cannot be underestimated. Ramy, National Science Specialist, highlights the importance of teachers acting as “great equalizers.” They promote natural talents and support students in their individual challenges. To help all learners reach their potential, appropriate resources are essential. Ramy and his team work closely with school districts and communities to make learners not only the best in the world, but also responsible citizens.
Given the changes in the church and society as a whole, it is crucial that both church and social reforms are addressed thoughtfully and transparently so that sustainable and positive change occurs.