Kapelle Fichtenau

Envision a place where community thrives. Right here at Kapelle Fichtenau, in the charming Schöneiche bei Berlin, stands a testament to unity and shared dreams. Kapelle Fichtenau isn’t just a chapel. It’s a story of transformation, of a small 1933 chapel reborn in the early 2000s. The Evangelical Kirchengemeinde Schöneiche envisioned an open house, a place for everyone. They dreamt of shared meals, laughter, song, and a vibrant hub for young people. With limited funds but boundless enthusiasm, the Gemeindekirchenrat embarked on a bold venture. Architects Schmidtmann and Gölling brought the vision to life, and in 2003, the first spade broke ground. The months that followed witnessed an incredible community effort. Hundreds volunteered their time and skills. Others contributed financially, ensuring materials and contracted work were within reach. By Erntedankfest 2004, the framework stood tall. The first Advent saw Kapelle Fichtenau’s grand opening. The new 36-meter extension housed spaces for gatherings, large and small, a well-equipped kitchen, spacious foyers, and even restrooms with showers. The entire building became wheelchair accessible, fulfilling a long-held desire. The new structure, built with wooden elements and floor-to-ceiling glass, extends through the old chapel and 20 meters into the garden. “From entrance to end, it’s transparent and inviting,” Pfarrerin Kerstin Lüdtke described, “just as our work should be.” Kapelle Fichtenau became more than just a building. It symbolizes the community’s spirit, where shared dreams, hard work, and unwavering faith transformed a simple chapel into a vibrant heart of Schöneiche.