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Preaching as an instrument for teaching Christian doctrines. In the last three decades, Transylvanian society and church members have experienced a shift toward secularisation, particularly within the Reformed Church. This trend has made it difficult to engage with younger congregants drifting from organized religion. Despite this, there’s a vital need to re-emphasise Christian teachings, especially considering the current state of the Hungarian Reformed Church in Transylvania, where many lack a deep understanding of biblical and Reformed doctrines. Christian education should be more than just imparting knowledge; it’s about fostering spiritual growth. Ministers, alongside church elders and congregations, should actively teach Christian values, ensuring members develop a strong, knowledgeable faith. Ultimately, faith is more than learning; it’s about a personal connection with God.

„Nagy gyötrelem, ha valaki Istennel akar beszélni, de nem tud, ha Isten előtt némaságra ítéltetett, ha érzi, hogy minden kiáltása saját énjében visszhangzik csupán, hogy szíve és szája fonák nyelvét nem akarja meghallani az Isten. Ilyen szükségünkben embereket keresünk, akik segítségünkre siethetnek – olyanokat, akik tudnak valamit az imádságról.” (Bonhoeffer)