A social charitable organization which has existed for over 600 years is naturally rich in tradition. The maintenance and continuation of these practices and conventions is important to our community.
Our tradition
Brotherhood weekend
St. Christoph has been the setting for the yearly Brotherhood weekend since 1934 ?, which is characterized by the honouring of longtime members and the traditional blessing of automobiles.
Brotherhood emblem
All members are allowed to wear the emblem as an exclusive element of the Brotherhood.
Admission ritual
„In accordance with Brotherhood tradition, with this stroke you are now one of us!“
With these words new Sisters and Brothers are admitted to the Brotherhood by means of the sword dubbing.
Book of Members
All newly admitted Sisters and Brothers are entered into the Book of Members after the ceremony, with their membership number, name and signature.
The tradition of the emblem books is thus carried on with the Book of Members, of which there are now eight volumes.
Pilgrimage
Pilgrimage has become more favoured in recent decades, especially the Trail of St. James (Camino de Santiago trail). It is both an individual and a shared form of spiritual journey. The pilgrims‘ way is just as important as the goal.
Meetings
We lay great value on maintaining our community. Our annual meeting fosters our solidarity, gives us the opportunity to strengthen our ties and unites our generations.