Bible Mansard and Foundations´ Chaplain

The work of the Foundations’ chaplain features regular religious educational projects in the Foundations’ kindergartens, joint events with the Krokoseum children´s creative centre and the after-school care centre, or activities in cooperation with the House of Generations and numerous other institutions located on the campus of the Francke Foundations.
Guests from all over the world travel to Halle and learn about the history of Pietism, international relations of 300 years ago and present-day contacts with various denominations and religions throughout the world.
Regular prayers and special services in St. George’s Chapel are an opportunity for personal reflection, offer tranquility in everyday life, and also provide time and space to celebrate faith.
There is always plenty to experience with young people preparing for their confirmation. On Confirmation Group Day of the Church District Halle-Saalkreis in 2014, 130 youngsters produced more than 240 loaves of bread. The proceeds were donated to selected charitable projects of “Bread for the World” (Brot für die Welt).
The shared Night of the Churches in Halle and its surroundings, under the responsibility of the Council of Christian Churches (Arbeitsgemeinschaft christlicher Kirchen, ACK) in Halle, attracts many visitors to the Russian Orthodox Church and St. George’s Chapel /* the Chapel of St. George every year. Numerous conversations are held accompanied by jazz music and refreshments.
The Foundations’ chaplaincy with facilities for religious educational work and pastoral care are located in the mansard of August Hermann Francke’s former home.

Contact

Franckeplatz 1, Haus 28, 06110 Halle (Saale)
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Contact Person

Pfarrer Friedrich WegnerFoundations´ Chaplain Pfarrer Friedrich WegnerFoundations´ Chaplain phone+49 345 2127 512email

Education shaped in a Christian spirit

The educational, social and cultural tasks of the Francke Foundations were, from August Hermann Francke on, significantly shaped by the Christian spirit and have increased over the centuries. The Evangelical Church in Central Germany takes up the long tradition of pastoral and paedagogical work of the Foundations’ pastors. The Evangelical Church of Anhalt, the Evangelical Church District Halle-Saalkreis and the Francke Foundations are jointly responsible for the work of the current Foundations’ chaplain, Eckart Warner.

Special programmes for groups of infants and children from kindergartens, primary schools and after-school care centres

Specially focused tours of the Francke Foundations for groups of children

Religious educational projects throughout the Christian year (Advent, St. Nicholas’ Day, Christmas, Carnival, Passiontide, Easter, Ascension Day, Pentecost, Harvest Festival, Halloween, Saint Martin’s Day)

Training Courses

The religious competence of children
Training courses for educational staff

All subjects and further wishes can be negotiated in mutual agreement.

The Francke Foundations’ network of groups of young people and candidates for confirmation is invited to become acquainted with the Francke Foundations

Topics

Francke and God
Francke and education
Francke and church social welfare work
Francke and Luther
Francke and the world
Creation and science
“Land Art” shaped with the help of confirmation groups
God in the town

Modules

A module for confirmation groups (1-2 hours) including a guided tour and a unit on a specific theme (especially suited for local groups)
One day (up to 5 hours) including a guided tour, a unit on a specific theme, creative slots and a scouting game, meals.
Weekend (Friday to Sunday) - become acquainted with the Foundations through units on specific themes, creative slots and a scouting game. Halle, Wittenberg or Eisleben can be explored.

All subjects and further wishes can be negotiated in mutual agreement.

Guided tours of the Francke Foundations

followed by prayers in St. George’s Chapel

Lectures and discussions

on various subjects, also in combination with a tour of the Foundations. It is also possible to come to your parish or your institution.

Facts On Faith

Information and background knowledge on our Christian culture (Please see “Offers” for the dates)

All subjects and further wishes can be negotiated.

The weekly Bible study-hour in Francke’s former home offers the opportunity of approaching the biblical message in various ways. Informative series on life and faith in our culture, which is as before Christian, provide opportunities for discussion and personal encounters.

Regular prayers and special services, also in English or sign language, provide the time and space for personal reflection, a moment of peace in everyday life and celebration of faith.

Pastoral supervision

As a spiritual mentor, the Foundations’ chaplain is there for one and all, whether they work, study or go to school in the Foundations or are guests there. The Bible Mansard offers a discreet space for confidential conversations.