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Bishop responds to accusations: "No requirement for resignation"

After receiving a letter from four individuals who were victims of sexual misconduct, Hanover's regional bishop Ralf Meister does not plan to step down. On Wednesday, the 62-year-old theologian indicated that he had reviewed his actions carefully and identified areas of responsibility and...

Ralf Meister, Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hanover, takes part in a press...
Ralf Meister, Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hanover, takes part in a press conference on an independent report on sexualized violence in the Protestant parish of Oesede.

Community is in essence - Bishop responds to accusations: "No requirement for resignation"

Criticism regarding sexual violence in the office is on the rise now. Those who have been injured by these acts can only hope for an apology. The bishop has expressed his intention to expand the size of the office and promote its independence. Some of these changes have already been implemented. Despite the church's support, Master acknowledges their failure and states, "This does not absolve us of our wrongdoing, but with the solidarity from the church leadership, the present situation is not enough for me to resign."

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