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A German Catholic church faces backlash for a Harry Potter-themed service, sparking debate over sacred space and secular outreach.
A Catholic parish in Herne, Germany, is facing backlash for hosting a Harry Potter-themed ecumenical service on February 28, featuring costumes and a "Great Hall" setting.
Critics, including the conservative group Christkönigtum, argue the event introduces occult elements into a sacred space, potentially desecrating it.
Over 500 messages have been sent to church authorities, prompting the archdiocese to acknowledge concerns.
The Archdiocese defends the event as a pastoral effort to engage secular audiences, stressing that Scripture remains central and the church’s sacred nature is preserved.
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Una iglesia católica alemana enfrenta una reacción violenta por un servicio temático de Harry Potter, provocando un debate sobre el espacio sagrado y el alcance secular.