Religion and Identity: An exploration of what makes us who we are –and what makes someone else ‘the other’
Kerstin Weidmann: Religion and Identity – An exploration of what makes us who we are – and what makes someone else ‘the other’ • January 24, 2016
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“We are all shaped by the predominant culture of the places we come from. Religion often is a part of that culture, and it shapes us more than we might think or acknowledge. I will talk about my upbringing in a ‘mixed’ family (Roman Catholic and Lutheran) in Germany, the religious traditions that are important to many Germans, even though many among them think church is not relevant anymore, and different forms of ‘identity crises’ people face as they are displaced or are confronted with a different religious culture (as happens right now with the influx of Muslim refugees in Germany). Whether you consider yourself religious or not, you are invited to ponder for yourself: how does my upbringing shape my expectations–and fears?”
If you would like to view our archive video of the presentation, contact Dr. Marion Gerlind for access.
