EKD Synod Addresses Migration, Missbrauch, and Governance Challenges

The Evangelische Kirche in Deutschland concludes its annual synod with resolutions on church asylum, missbrauch compensation, and internal reforms.

The EKD reaffirms its commitment to church asylum despite recent breaches and calls for adherence to previously agreed rules.
The synod proposes a compensation package for missbrauch victims, including a €15,000 flat rate and additional individual payments.
New EKD-Ratsvorsitzende Kirsten Fehrs faces allegations of hindering a missbrauch investigation, which she denies and plans to contest legally.
The synod emphasizes the need for streamlined governance and reduced legislative complexity within the church's federal structure.
Amid declining membership and financial pressures, the EKD plans to establish a center for innovation to address future challenges.