Art in the chapel: Bad Kreuznach's new home for creative minds!

Art in the chapel: Bad Kreuznach's new home for creative minds!

The Evangelical parish of Bad Kreuznach sets a creative sign for peace and opens its doors with the new initiative "Art in the Chapel". This campaign offers artists the opportunity to present their works in an inspiring environment. Pastor Elfi Decker-Huppert emphasizes that one hopes to make this event a regular institution and thus create space for forms of artistic expression. The central motif, which shapes the first exhibits, is the crucifixion scene, shown in the impressive triptych of the artist Ferdinand Friess. According to Rhein-Zeitung Both Friess and Decker-Huppert express that other artists would also like to use the chapel as exhibition space for their work.

In addition to this cultural initiative, those responsible for the parish want to set a sign of solidarity in difficult times. By presenting works of art, a platform for dialogue and exchange is created that stimulates reflection on social issues. This type of commitment in the community not only promotes appreciation for local artists, but also strengthens cohesion in society.

a passion for architecture

While the parish focuses on its new art campaign, let's take a look at the life story of Professor Günther Mönke, who is closely connected to the region's architecture. Mönke, born in 1923, grew up in Nauen, Brandenburg, and studied architecture at the TU Berlin from 1941 to 1945. After completing his apprenticeship, he began teaching at the higher technical school (HTL) in Saarbrücken in 1947. There he taught construction construction, performing geometry and writings, although he initially had to overcome challenges due to a lack of practical experience. Mönke, who ultimately became a professor, developed, among other things, a pedagogical concept that was based on panel images and construction construction tasks.

He has only been able to fully implement his concept in the past ten years of his teaching activity. In addition, Mönke not only built up an academic career, but also worked as a freelance architect. Among his designs are important projects such as the elementary school in Ottweiler, numerous churches and the Kreissparkasse in Homburg. His churches in Mettlach and Hangard, which are now listed today, are particularly well known. Mönke's architecture combines traditional craft with modern approaches, which makes him an outstanding representative of his field.

a continued existence of art and teaching

While the Evangelical parish of Bad Kreuznach and Professor Mönke contribute to the cultural landscape of the region in different ways, both initiatives show how important art and education are for living together in society. Mönke, who is still active today, teaches his “fictional students” through the “Architecture in Letters” project, which proves that education never stands still. He continues to inspire the coming generations and remains anchored in the architectural discussion.

through events such as "Art in the Chapel" and the work of personalities like Mönke, the relevance of art in our society becomes clear. They challenge us to think about the world around us and thus spoil the present and the future of our cultural heritage.