Kirche im Katharinenstift, church building in Berlin, Germany
The Kirche im Katharinenstift is a church building in Berlin's Pankow district on Greifswalder Street, built between 1895 and 1896 in Neo-Gothic style with brick facades and steeply pitched roofs. Inside, visitors find a wooden gallery wrapping around the hall and original stained glass windows depicting biblical scenes including Bethany and Jesus with children.
The building was constructed in 1895-1896 for the Katharinen-Stift, a community of sisters dedicated to helping others in need. In 1931 it became known as St. Gertrud and transferred to the Diocese of Berlin's administration in 2001, where it has since served a Portuguese-speaking congregation and a contemplative priestly community since 2013.
The church once served the local Catholic community and today hosts a Portuguese-speaking congregation that gathers for worship. This space reflects how religious buildings adapt over time to serve different people and their spiritual needs.
The church is located in Pankow on Greifswalder Street and is easily accessible from central Berlin. You can visit to view the architecture and interior, though it is best to check opening times in advance since services are held at specific times throughout the week and on Sundays.
The stained glass windows were crafted by a local glassmaker and depict uncommon scenes such as Jesus visiting Mary and Martha in Bethany. These handmade windows survive to this day and display the artistic skill and craftsmanship typical of the period when they were created.
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