The synod of the Protestant Church in Germany (EKD) is convening for its annual meeting in the southern city of Würzburg on Sunday. The main focus of the meeting is “Flight, Migration and Human Rights.” The president of the synod, Anna-Nicole Heinrich, said beforehand: “Every person has the same dignity – no matter where they come from.” She said that this is frequently ignored in the heated debate around limiting and deporting migrants. “As churches, we will continue to protect the weak and stand up for the human rights of refugees.” During the meeting, which is due to last until Wednesday, d…