Lutherkirche, Protestant church in Johannesvorstadt district, Erfurt, Germany
Lutherkirche is a Protestant church in Johannesvorstadt district featuring a 50-meter western tower and a rectangular structure with an oval interior hall. The building combines Expressionist and Art Deco design elements in its modern form.
Construction began in 1926 according to designs by Berlin architect Peter Jurgensen and was consecrated on December 10, 1927. The project emerged during a period when modern church architecture was exploring new forms.
The north side displays original stained glass windows showing Johann Hinrich Wichern and Friedrich Bodelschwingh, two social welfare pioneers. These windows connect faith with the social commitment that marks the community.
The church is part of the Martini-Luther parish within the Evangelical Church of Central Germany and opens regularly for services and community gatherings. Visitors should check opening times in advance to ensure access during their visit.
The bell tower holds six cast iron bells made from a substitute material, representing one of the largest collections of this type. This material was an economic solution during a period when copper was scarce.
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