122 Lutherkirche in Möhra
122 Lutherkirche in Möhra
The ancestors of Martin Luther hailed from Möhra, and the Lutherkirche is one of four memorial sites dedicated to the Reformer in the village.
In May 1521, shortly before his “kidnapping” to the Wartburg, Martin Luther visited Möhra.
At that time, a small chapel stood on the Kirchberg hill, and the stone altar slab with five engraved consecration crosses is still on display today.
From the first extension in the 16th century, elements such as the baptismal font and the pulpit have been preserved.
The organ, purchased in 1686, originally came from the Trinity Church in Ruhla. In 1983, a new organ was installed in the original Baroque organ case.
In 1705, a new nave was built with available stones, as the previous building had been severely damaged by storms and lightning strikes.
Only the largest of the three bells, which were consecrated in 1883 to mark Martin Luther’s 400th birthday, survived the World Wars.
In 1961, the bell tower was restored with two new bronze bells, completing the set.
Today, the interior of the church has been restored to its original colors.
The organ case was freed from overpainting, and the wooden barrel ceiling was repainted based on old designs.
When approaching the church, you will pass through the churchyard gate from 1615.
Further Information:
Ev. – Luth. Pfarramt Möhra
Lutherplatz 2
36433 Moorgrund – OT Möhra
Tel.: +49 3695 / 842 73
E-Mail: pfarramtmoehra@t-online.de
Gemeindeverwaltung Moorgrund – OT Gumpelstadt