Aus, Amen, Ende?

When Thomas Frings resigns from his position as a pastor in February 2016, enters a monastery, and publicly explains this step, the response is overwhelming. Not only in the media but also among fellow clergy and believers. They sense that here is someone who has made such a difficult decision not out of defiance or fear, but out of deep love for the Church. In his book, Frings speaks candidly, addressing grievances and providing insight into his inner life as a pastor. He criticizes but also points out new paths and offers explanations and solutions. For Thomas Frings, it is clear: the Church must become more of a Church again if it wants to survive: "I have no problem. I am full of energy and love my Church. I want to be nothing other than a priest. But it cannot continue like this.".