Switzerland: an ecumenical “fair”

The second year of ‘Swisseglise’, the fair of the Christian Churches of German-speaking Switzerland, ended at Weinfelden on 11 March. Six thousand participants visited the stands of the 102 exhibiters of various Christian confessions and denominations, which were thus able to present their experiences and their products in the field of spirituality and liturgy: the material on display included liturgical objects, church furnishings, CDs, books, software and technological aids. But the stands also offered suggestions for travel and educational courses. Visitors to the show consisted not only of people who normally work in a church, but also curious members of the public. A parallel programme of lectures, workshops, concerts and religious ceremonies was organized during the fair.