Josephskirche Speyer, Catholic church in Speyer, Germany
Josephskirche is a Catholic church in Speyer that serves as the second major place of worship in the city. The building combines Late Gothic elements with Neo-Romanesque forms and displays carefully arranged interior furnishings with artworks from different periods.
The foundation stone was laid on June 9, 1912, and the church was consecrated on November 22, 1914, by Bishop Dr. v. Faulhaber. The building was constructed during a period when Speyer was expanding and modernizing its religious facilities.
The side altars and high altar paintings come from Munich painter Ronge in 1917 and show scenes from Jesus's childhood. These works follow the compositions of Rogier van der Weyden and shape the church's interior to this day.
Visiting is typically possible during daytime hours when the church is open to visitors. It is advisable to be quiet and respect any religious activities or prayers of other visitors that may be taking place.
The building underwent a complete renovation from 1988 to 1989 and received a new Wilbrand organ, which was dedicated in 1990. This organ now forms an important acoustic element of the church and represents the result of comprehensive modern restoration work.
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