The Rauma Church Council also turned its back on the Pyhäranta Congregation
The Rauma Church Council has decided against a merger with the Pyhäranta Congregation, citing impracticalities and challenges related to inter-parish cooperation.
Engagement in the Catholic Church: 'My motivation is that something changes from the bottom up'
Volunteers in Catholic parishes are facing challenges as they deal with community frustrations regarding issues such as abuse scandals and gender inequality within the church, ahead of upcoming elections for parish councils in Bavaria.