The Friedenskirche was built between 1905 and 1908 as the third place of worship for the Lutheran congregation in Kassel, based on plans by architect Johannes Roth. It was intended to provide a spiritual home for Lutherans in western Kassel and gave them the opportunity to conduct their worship services using the liturgy with which they were familiar.
With its copper-clad towers, it dominates the cityscape of the Vorderen Westen district. War damage that had been provisionally repaired and acoustic deficiencies led to a redesign of the interior (barrel vault) in the 1960s.
In 1992, the Friedenskirche received a new French-style organ with 40 stops (manufactured by Bosch). In 1998, the interior was redesigned by the Munich-based restorer Rolf-Gerhard Ernst. Terracotta-colored walls envelop visitors in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The gold on the altar wall symbolizes the mystery of God. Two monumental modern paintings by Dietrich Stalmann open the view to the vast expanse.
A rich musical program is a hallmark of this parish.
The church is part of the Kassel-Stadtmitte parish.
Organization
Stadt Kassel
License (master data)
