ERko – Hnutie kresťanských spoločenstiev detí

eRko – Hnutie kresťanských spoločenstiev detí
Abbreviation eRko
Type Slovak non-profit youth organization
Purpose Catholic youth organization
Headquarters Bratislava,  Slovakia
Membership
8,900 members
President
Juraj Králik
Website www.http://erko.sk

"eRko – Hnutie kresťanských spoločenstiev detí" (eRko) is a Catholic youth organization in Slovakia.[1] eRko is a member of the Catholic umbrella of youth organizations "Fimcap". eRko is registered at the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic as a non-governmental organisation. eRko is also a member of CIDSE.[2] eRko is based in Roman Catholic parishes as well as in Greek Catholic parishes.[3] eRko is one of the biggest children's organizations in Slovakia.

History

Aims

The aim of eRko is to assist children and young people to become mature responsible Christian personalities involved in the development of the society they live in. eRko wants to implement this vision through the personal example of young volunteers who experience the life in the community together with children. The core values of eRko are: lively faith, joyful service, open community, respect for life, responsibility and trust.[11]

Patrons

The patrons of eRko are Saint Stephen, Saint Melchior and Saint Mark.[12]

Activities

External links

References

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