Overview

• The pop-up wedding event at Salvatorkirche in Gera brought together 23 couples for spontaneous ceremonies and blessings.
• Organized by the Evangelical Lutheran and Roman Catholic parishes, the initiative welcomed all couples, regardless of religion, marital status, or sexual orientation.
• The event aimed to make church ceremonies accessible to those who feel excluded, with at least one same-sex couple participating.
• Actual church weddings were performed only for couples with at least one Evangelical Church member, while others received blessings.
• Despite some criticism over potential impacts on the sanctity of marriage, organizers reported high satisfaction and considered the event a success.