Atrium2025 is a meeting place modelled on an atrium, the courtyard of a Roman villa. At the time, friends of the owner used to congregate there. So did the kindred spirits of Prisca and Aquila, who were known for their conspicuous care for the needy. Back then, Paul wrote to the Galatians Our only obligation was to support the poor (Gal 2.10). 

Now in 2025, people from the circles of Catholics, Protestants and dissenters care not only for their neighbours but also for those in need outside their own area. They are able to meet as equals on a virtual level. At Atrium2025, they can encourage others and inspire themselves.

Reason
Helping the poor is at the heart of the Gospel. Yet relief is not in the job description of bishops and churches. Their task stems from discussions by church princes over theological formulas established 
1,700 years ago.  Churches and bishops must maintain hegemony and mutual unity. On that basis, a culture has developed that appears to be out of step with developments in today's society. 
Following the gospel message d00r individuals is not bound to that culture. Modern communication technology offers aid workers the opportunity to meet on a virtual level without physically meeting outside the old culture. Atrium2025 was set up for this purpose. All forms of aid and aid projects receive the attention they deserve. Here Christians of all denominations find each other in a philanthropic ecumenism with one and the same concern for those in need.

About us
Atrium2025 grew out of a 2012 study of possible nonviolent action, analysis of Dick Taylor's book LOVE IN ACTION and subsequent exchange of ideas by Ed Schreurs from the Netherlands, Miriam Duignan from the UK, Paul Hwang from Korea, Peter Mbuchi Methu from Kenya, Deborah Rose from the US, Virginia Saldanha from India and many others. They sought to find an acceptable place where those who care for those in need can come together.

Participants
Atrium2025 offers caregivers from Catholic, Protestant and dissenting backgrounds, and those seeking a purpose for study, work and livelihood, the opportunity to be inspired by aid to loved ones and by projects that provide assistance to the poor, distressed and other needy.
Kindred spirits may become members without obligation and free of charge by sending name, place of residence and e-mail to post@atrium2025.com