Dornblüth Felix Eiffler, Hagen Findeis, Tabea Fischer, Lena Franke, Katharina Höhn-Norden, Katharina Freudenberg, Hanna Kauhaus, Floreal Keller, Pia Lindner, David Reißmann, Thomas Schlegel, Ariane Schneider, Helene Utpatel und Timo Wohkittel. [What Lifts People up and Gives them Strength. Understanding, Exploring and Shaping Empowerment] How do people gain strength and courage to shape their lives autonomously? What role does the Christian faith play in this? This volume explores the concept of empowerment and highlights the new perspectives it opens up. In addition to an introduction to the fundamentals, the book provides insights into research conducted at the CES: Center for Empowerment Studies Forschungszentrum Christliches Empowerment in der Säkularität in Halle. Practical impulses for schools, congregations, and churches illustrate how empowerment can be effectively implemented – from lesson planning and grading to the creation of empowering spaces for families. An inspiring guide for all who seek to actively drive innovation and change.