Genezareth Church, Gothic Revival church in Schillerkiez, Neukölln, Germany.
Genezareth Church is a red brick Gothic Revival church on Herrfurthplatz, built 1903–1905 to plans by Franz Schwechten. A square brick tower with arched openings and a shallow pyramidal roof rises above the nave; the main gable carries tall pointed-arch windows with tracery and a circular window above. Rows of solar panels sit on the right roof slope, and a flat-roofed brick extension with tall vertical piers and large rectangular windows adjoins the lower right side.
The congregation formed in 1891 and held services without its own church; a legacy of 100,000 marks and 20,000 marks from the church building association funded the project. Franz Schwechten's design was laid as the foundation stone on 18 September 1903 and inaugurated on 4 June 1905. Allied bombs damaged the church on 29 January 1945, and after rebuilding from 1955 it was reconsecrated on 20 September 1959.
The interior features the Burning Bush artwork with green and blue glass that filters light into the worship space. A mosaic near the entrance depicts the story of Peter sinking into the water.
The church is accessible during weekdays and weekends, though opening times may vary depending on services and events being held. It's advisable to check ahead for specific times when you can visit the building and explore its interior.
A round pink carpet in the central worship area adds a modern touch to the traditional Gothic Revival design. This unexpected detail shows how contemporary elements have been woven into the building's original character.
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