Locations

Berlin (Sunday, 2 July)
The Council travels to Berlin and back to Leipzig by bus (50 people per bus). Buses will depart at 5:30 a.m. from designated spots near Council hotels in order to arrive on time for the internationally televized worship service from the Berlin Dom.

After the worship service, everyone walks to the Foreign Office of the Federal Republic of Germany for a reception and short programme. Please note that security clearance for this will be strict.

And after the reception, participants visit historical sights and diaconical projects in Berlin.

It will be a full, rich and unique day. Please note the following:

• Wear comfortable shoes and traditional clothing.
• There will be thorough security checks when entering the Foreign Office, similar to airport security. Please do not bring big bottles or anything that could be identified as a weapon.
• Passports are required.
• Please bring a small bag only.

Wittenberg (Wednesday, 5 July)
The Council again travels to Wittenberg and back to Leipzig by bus (50 people per bus). Buses will depart at 8:00 a.m. from designated spots near Council hotels in order to arrive on time for the ecumenical worship service.

After the service, there is a lunch reception in the church square and participants are then able to explore Wittenberg and its Reformation sites and exhibits.

It will be another full, rich and unique day, so please note the following:

• Please bring a small bag only.
• Please wear comfotable shoes.
• Passports are not required, but please wear your name badge.