Synopsis
Marta Bolba is the Lutheran pastor at the Mandák House of Budapest’s 8th district. The 8th district is a classic example of gentrification: its inner area, known as the Palace Quarter (Palotanegyed), is populated by wealthy residents in stark contrast to the poorer outer regions.
Márta is both a civil activist and a feminist pastor, a follower of Martin Luther King’s teachings and the civil rights movement. In her congregation, she tries to unite the faithful of the district’s affluent population with their poor neighbors. Her church is the isle of peace in her district even as she advocates tirelessly with institutions and offices for the poor and disadvantaged. She is also works within the church to abolish its hierarchy.
Her challenge is how to build bridges and a communion between
Márta is both a civil activist and a feminist pastor, a follower of Martin Luther King’s teachings and the civil rights movement. In her congregation, she tries to unite the faithful of the district’s affluent population with their poor neighbors. Her church is the isle of peace in her district even as she advocates tirelessly with institutions and offices for the poor and disadvantaged. She is also works within the church to abolish its hierarchy.
Her challenge is how to build bridges and a communion between
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