Magical hours in Graz: Harry Potter service attracts fans!

Magical hours in Graz: Harry Potter service attracts fans!

Erlöserkirche, Graz, Österreich - in the Evangelical Redeemer Church in Graz-Liebenau shines on Sunday, February 9th, for the second time the "Harry Potter service". After the overwhelming success of the first event in November, which attracted many visitors, Pastor Marcus Hütter set two appointments for the next event: at 10 a.m. and at 3 p.m. The church is once again decorated in a “Harry Potter” topic style to create an inviting atmosphere in which the blessing is carried out in a specially built “Chamber of the Blessing”. Hütter emphasizes the importance of such blessings in challenging times and takes up mythological and emotional topics that are also present in the Harry Potter universe, such as love, faith and trust. "Especially in our uncertain and challenging times, it is good when people are awarded to God's blessings," said Hütter, who invites his community to disguise to underline the festivity and enrich the experience. This service should not only celebrate faith, but also promote fun and community, the church announced. An ensemble of the university-Wien Choir occurs as a musical accompaniment, while afterwards boiler cakes and multiple juice potion are offered.

inauguration of Pastor Marcus Hütter

The Redeemer Church was also hosting for Marcus Hütter's inauguration on September 25, 2022, a festive service that was characterized by musical performances and blessings by various religious communities. Superintendent Wolfgang Rehner led the ceremony, at which Hütter was warmly welcomed by numerous guests, including ecumenical representatives: inside and politicians: inside. This special occasion brought together numerous faith communities that brought their congratulations, including Inge Brenner from the Buddhist Center Bad Gams and Imam Fikret Fazlic from the Islamic Cultural Center Graz.

The festivities were accompanied musically by the ensemble “Sister Act 2.0 & the Wiesingers”, which underlined the solemn atmosphere. On this occasion, Hütter invited the community to get to know the evangelical offers in Graz better, which is supported by an “Ask-Me” team, which answers questions about the parish. A unique mix of faith, community and festive celebrations makes the Redeemer Church a place for everyone who is looking for spiritual enrichment and personal growth. Further information on the free space reservation can be found on the website www.evang-liebenau.at/ek/ , as Hütter emphasized in his call.