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Tradition and openness
These two words aptly illustrate the life and ambitions of our congregation, which has German roots and was established more than 450 years ago. According to these two pillars, today we would like to build upon the foundation brought forth by Jesus and rediscovered by the Lutheran Reformation with the help of the Holy Ghost.
We would like to become an open and accepting community, where families who have lived in Kőszeg for generations, and people coming from elsewhere, may all find a home. We believe that God uses us all to build His kingdom.
The location of our buildings in Kőszeg reveals a stormy past, as the term "the Lutheran island of Kőszeg" – the INSULA LUTHERANA – describes the times of forced isolation, but at the same time suggests a heartfelt wish to show the way to God and to open the gates. Instances of keeping worthy traditions and of being open to new ideas can be observed in the life of the congregation today. We are happy to take an active part in furthering the ecumenical life of the town, and we cultivate a good relationship with our other Christian brethren.
We look forward to welcoming you at our church services, and other events, when you visit our beautiful town often referred to as the "jewellery box of the country".
"Our God He is a Castle Strong!"
Pastor Erzsébet B. Rohn and Pastor Csaba Baranyay
The Evangelical Congregation in the Catholic Church
The Evangelical Congregation in the Catholic Church
The history of the evangelical congregation in our town had a peculiar beginning. We can place the date around the year 1550. Even before that, there were signs that the Reformation was gaining ground.
According to Károly Chernel, there were people in the Jurisich family who were interested in the Reformation. Even earlier, a precursor wave of the Reformation arrived when a certain Anna Kőszegi was convicted for being a "Waldensian".
