Future of the Elisabethkirche: Citizens' survey shows great interest in Kassel

Future of the Elisabethkirche: Citizens' survey shows great interest in Kassel

public opinions on the future of the Elisabethkirche in Kassel

The Elisabethkirche in Kassel, which suddenly collapsed on November 6, 2023, is not only a building, but also a central cultural and spiritual place for the community. The misfortune in which no one was injured has triggered a broad discussion about the future use of the location. The entire ceiling impact was identified as the result of several defects in the planning and execution of the wood construction, but the exact circumstances were not predictable.

Current survey as an expression of interest

The impressive participation of over 1,000 people in the online survey, which was launched by the Elisabeth community in early July, underlines the strong public interest in the future of the church. Pastor André Lemmer explains: "The great interest in the survey impressively shows that many people nationwide think about the concrete church building, the destroyed organ and our spiritual and cultural work."

integration of the community in the decision -making process

The survey not only enables participants to express their thoughts about the church, but also to bring in their own ideas. Pastor Lemmer emphasizes the importance of participation: "We take the participation seriously. We are therefore happy when many people will take part in the next few days." The data collected is expected to be evaluated in September and should be included in the future planning of the church.

long -term perspectives and needs of the municipality

Together with the diocese of Fulda, the Catholic Church in Kassel advises on the long -term perspectives of the cultural heritage on the celebrity Friedrichplatz. So far it has not yet been decided when or how the church is to be rebuilt. A specially founded working group should check various alternatives and incorporate the feedback from the survey into their considerations. This approach shows how important the opinions and needs of the community are in the future design of the church space.

conclusion: Significance of the Elisabethkirche for Kassel

The collapsed Elisabethkirche is more than just a historical place; It bears the cultural identity of the Kassel community. The lively participation in the survey is a clear sign that citizens feel connected to their church and want to actively participate in the determination of their future. This initiative could serve as a model for other communities that face similar challenges and want to take the voices of its members seriously.