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11/21/2024 | The public

Prof. Dr. Petra Freudenberger-Lötz Chairwoman of the School of Communication

At the annual conference of the Essen School of Contemplation at the "Haus am Turm" in Essen, Prof. Dr. Petra Freudenberger-Lötz was elected 1st Chairwoman of the Essen School of Contemplation. The Essen School of Contemplation is one of the largest contemplation schools in Germany and introduces participants to the practice of "sitting in silence" in introductory and in-depth courses every year.

Contemplation has been practiced in various forms in the Christian tradition many times and goes back to Jesus; in particular, we find rich evidence of contemplative practice among the mystics of the Middle Ages.

Today, contemplation is once again in great demand in connection with many people's longing for peace and quiet. By engaging in the process, practitioners experience new qualities of their humanity, find inner peace, strength and new courage. Last but not least, spiritual experiences can also be gained that have a deep impact on fundamental existential questions of human life.

Ms. Freudenberger-Lötz sees many opportunities in contemplation, which is why she also offers introductory courses for students at the University of Kassel as well as an online format for anyone interested. She is currently working on a research project that she will implement in the coming years.

You can find more information about the Essen School of Contemplation here: https: //kontemplation.org/node/174