Within these walls a unique faith blossomed. This is the Christengemeinschaft in Würzburg a vibrant community with a captivating history. Established in 1934 a couple married within the Christengemeinschaft in 1923 moved to Veitshöchheim. They began holding services in their home. Baptisms weddings confirmations and Sunday services were held for the children. This was despite the challenges of the Nazi regime.
In 1938 a significant public ceremony took place at the Harmonie am Paradeplatz. People from Würzburg Kitzingen Lohr am Main Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Schweinfurt attended. Some had previously been part of the Anthroposophical Society which was banned in 1935. The Christengemeinschaft continued its religious practices secretly after being banned in 1941.
After the Second World War services resumed in makeshift spaces in 1946. The community in Nuremberg provided support. The Würzburg congregation became a branch of Fürth in 1949. Their first confirmation took place in 1954 a momentous occasion. The community rented space in a Gertraudgasse back yard in 1956. Later they moved to the Zeller Torhaus in 1971. A pivotal moment arrived in 1977. They became independent gaining their own pastor.
Their journey culminated in 1998 with the acquisition of their own property. A dedicated church space was consecrated on October 4th 1998 on Albert-Hoffa-Straße. The community center and foyer were completed in 2014. The Würzburg Christengemeinschaft is part of the Bavarian region. Its office is in Gerbrunn and oversees the branch in Coburg. The community demonstrates resilience faith and dedication to its beliefs through its enduring presence in Würzburg. It’s a testament to the power of faith even in the face of adversity. This building stands as a symbol of hope and community.