The HU also points out that there are major differences between the federal states in terms of state contributions: Bremen and Hamburg – where there were no state benefits even before 1919 – pay nothing, while Saxony-Anhalt, for example, with a majority non-denominational population, gives the churches over 12 euros per inhabitant every year. These payments have nothing to do with the benefits that the churches receive for services rendered in the social sector, etc. The HU has submitted a draft law on the principles for replacing state payments to the churches. It is to be hoped that this redemption, which was already provided for in the Weimar Constitution of 1919, will finally be implemented – a further step towards the fundamental separation of state and churches.
“Support for all: Humanist military chaplaincy in the Bundeswehr” on February 26, 2026 in Berlin
The Humanist Association of Germany – Federal Association and the Humanist Academy of Germany cordially invite you to the evening event “Support for all: Humanist military chaplaincy in the Bundeswehr”. The focus will be on the question of why the Bundeswehr, if it wants to appeal to all levels of society, also needs humanist chaplaincy – and why this debate is particularly necessary right now.
5. February 2026
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