Jesus Freaks (youth movement)

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The Jesus Freaks are an evangelical youth organization originating in Germany. A Jesus freak is a christian passionate in his or her love for Jesus.

[edit] History

The Jesus Freaks movement was created in September 1991 in Hamburg, Germany by Martin Dreyer. Dreyer, who would be ordained as a free church minister in 1993, based the organization on the Jesus People movement which began in the 1960s in the United States. In 1994 the organization established itself as the Jesus Freaks International, a non-profit group headquartered in Berlin.

[edit] Theology and culture

The movement adheres to no particular dogma or theology, but emphasizes the value of what Jesus Christ offers today despite church history, and an individuals' relationship with God. They reject strict forms of worship, seeking to reach those who may fall outside of societal norms. This is reflected in their music, which includes varieties of punk, rock, reggae, country, and hip hop. The Freakstock festival is held annually, and is Germany's most important Christian music festival.