Tips from the eco-monastery

In times of energy scarcity, they are ahead of the game: the Benedictines from Plankstetten Monastery (Eichstätt Diocese). Thirty years ago, they were smiled at as green exotics, even in church circles.

Now they are at the forefront of ecological management in the church. The Benedictines are currently renovating monastery buildings again - using straw as insulation.

The next winter is sure to come: and with it, probably, the need to save energy. This is also true of the churches: educational institutions, museums and, of course, quite a few places of worship are also affected. That's why the Bavarian dioceses have now issued guidelines and tips to put energy saving in the cold season on a firm footing.

Shortly before the end, the mood is pretty clear: the European Championships were a mega sporting event, also because Germany did so well. But also the mood of the people, says sports priest, Martin Cambensy was relaxed, cheerful and euphoric. He put together his own Catholic programme with his colleagues.

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