How do people gain strength and courage to shape their lives in a self-determined way? What role does the Christian faith play in this? This volume sheds light on the concept of empowerment and shows what new perspectives it opens up. In addition to an introduction to the basics, the book offers insights into research at the CES: Center for Empowerment-Studies / Research Center for Christian Empowerment in Secularity in Halle. Practical impulses for schools, congregations and churches show how empowerment can be implemented in concrete terms - from lesson planning and grading to the design of empowering places for families.