Church of the Resurrection of the Lord in Katowice

The Church of the Resurrection of the Lord in Katowice, built between 1856 and 1858 according to the design of architect Richard Lucae, is the first brick church in the city and serves as the seat of the Katowice diocese of the Evangelical-Augsburg Church. Located at 18 Warszawska Street, the church was designed in the Neo-Romanesque style, combining elements of Lombard Romanesque architecture with Byzantine and Renaissance influences. It features round-arched windows, a hall-like interior, and square-plan towers. The building was expanded several times, in 1887–1889 and 1899–1902, to accommodate the growing number of worshippers. The final form of the church, Neo-Baroque with elements of early Renaissance and modernism, was achieved during the last renovations, while the interiors were adorned with Art Nouveau stained glass windows. The stained glass in the chancel, funded by the Tiele-Winckler family, depicts biblical scenes and themes of the Reformation. Additionally, valuable historical artifacts have been preserved, such as a pulpit with reliefs and a 52-voice organ by the Sauer company, which regularly hosted concerts. After World War II, the church was briefly taken over by the Roman Catholic Church but was returned to the Evangelical community after two years. In later years, the church underwent renovations and modernizations, including facade illumination and organ restoration. The church is an important site not only for the Evangelical community but also represents an interesting architectural landmark in Katowice, with its richly decorated interior and unique stained glass windows reflecting the history and traditions of the Evangelical faith in the region.