Imagine a quiet residential neighborhood. Nestled amongst rows of houses in Dusseldorf’s Gerresheim district, you’ll find St. Maria vom Frieden, a church dedicated to peace. Constructed in the 1970s, this modern house of worship stands as a testament to the city’s transformation following World War II. It boasts a simple, almost austere, design with clean lines and a striking white facade. Perhaps it’s this very contrast to its surroundings that grants Maria vom Frieden a sense of calm serenity. This church, built on the foundations of peace after a time of great turmoil, has become a beacon of hope and solace for the local community. Each week, the church bell calls people to gather. They come for communion, for reflection, for fellowship. They come to find peace. The church serves not only as a place of worship, but also as a hub for social activities and community gatherings. Its doors are open not just for those seeking spiritual guidance but also for those in search of community. There is a sense of welcoming warmth emanating from the church, a feeling that invites you to step inside and breathe a sigh of relief.
Landesrat Dr. M. Brandts Plaque
“Seinem verehrten Mitbegründer dem tatkräftigen Mitbegründer Herr Landesrat Dr. M. Brandts gest. 16. Oktober 1905 in Dankbarkeit gewidmet.” This is