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Benefit evening in Sonntagberg: Lights for the basilica shine!
On November 29, 2024, a charity evening took place in the Sonntagberg Basilica to collect donations for the church renovation. Actors Dany Siegel and Johannes Seilern entertained with festive texts and musical performances by the Hoizknepf ensemble.
Benefit evening in Sonntagberg: Lights for the basilica shine!
In an impressive charity evening that took place on November 29, 2024 in the famous Sonntagberg Basilica, the spirit of Advent was celebrated and significant donations were collected for the renovation of the centuries-old church. Under the title “Let's light a light,” the actors Dany Siegel and Johannes Seilern delighted those present with traditional and contemporary Christmas stories as well as humorous texts. The Ensemble Hoizknepf, a regionally based music group, provided an atmospheric musical background that perfectly rounded off the charity event meinkreis.at reported.
The evening, which was opened by Wolfgang Sobotka, chairman of the Basilika Sonntagberg Association, and Abbot Petrus Pilsinger, attracted many guests who wanted to support the necessary renovation work on the historic sacred building with generous donations. The Sonntagberg Basilica, known as one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in Central Europe, is currently being extensively revitalized. The aim of the renovation is to repair the high altar and the traditional Turkish fountain noen.at reported.
The historic chapel, which was built in the 15th century and became a minor basilica in 1964, is a central part of the regional culture and history. The ongoing renovation work is crucial to preserving this cultural heritage and continuing its tradition as a pilgrimage site that attracts visitors from near and far.