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This unassuming yellow building on Dom-Pedro-Strasse looks familiar, doesn’t it? You may recognize the distinctive, almost reddish-brown roof. There is more to it than meets the eye, though. This is Sankt Theresia, a church with a history that’s as curious as it is surprising. You see, it was built in 1935, a time when many churches were being built in Munich. But what’s unique about Sankt Theresia is that its establishment took years of negotiations. There were many hurdles to clear before the Discalced Carmelites could build this church. The reason? At that time, the order was only permitted to take over parishes in mission areas. The church leaders argued that the pastoral situation in a large metropolis like Munich was comparable to that of a missionary country.
Sankt Theresia is a testament to a time when even a devout order had to fight for its right to build a place of worship in a city like Munich. Today, the church is a bustling hub of activity, offering a sense of peace and solace to the community. And, just like our tour of Munich is, it is a place where history truly comes alive.

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