Unsere Geschichten neu erzählen – Der Weg zur Versöhnung

Abstract

This presentation is an historic and a pastoral reflection on the significance of Moravian missions in the Caribbean. It acknowledges the pioneer missions among enslaved peoples and affirms the Moravian work primarily in education. At the same time, it confronts the truth of the complicated relationship the Moravians had with the enslaved. While the Moravians took care of the spiritual matters, in their words and deeds they supported the European negative ideologies and demonization of Black people. Since some ofthese narratives have continued today, it is important that we have meaningful dialogue and actions towards reconciliation and the acceptance of the equality of all people.