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The battle for Catholicism’s soul in Germany: An interview with Emeka Ani

Dr. Ani took part in the controversial synodal way. Here’s what he made of the experience.

Luke Coppen
May 05, 2023
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Dr. Emeka Ani is deeply involved in the life of the Catholic Church in Germany.

The synodal way’s final assembly in Frankfurt, Germany, on March 11, 2023. © Synodal Way/Maximilian von Lachner.

He is the chairman of the country’s Federal Pastoral Council for Catholics with Other Mother Tongues and Rites (BPR), which represents the growing number of Catholi…

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