Congregation
 
The Lutheran Congregation of St. Thomas consists of three formerly separate congregations in Leipzig. After the St. Matthew Church was destroyed during World War II, the St. Matthew Congregation was incorporated into the St. Thomas Congregation. Then in 2002, the unified St. Thomas-Matthäi Congregation and the Luther Church Congregation were brought together into what is now called the Lutheran Congregation of St. Thomas.

About 3,200 people belong to this community. Various events and activities take place in this congregation for people of all ages. The church represents "a place of vivid faith" right in the middle of the city.

Of course, the traditional activities of the congregation are carried out as well. Besides the weekly Sunday services, there are special events, such as confirmation groups and services for visitors.



 


 
 
Furthermore, special attention is given to the musical heritage of Johann Sebastian Bach in its traditional religious context. It is most especially the rich musical past and present of the congregation that has led to its overwhelming public success.
 

"As long as the St. Thomas Church remains a place of vivid faith, where Doubting Thomas is welcome as much as Faithful Peter, […] it will represent what many people are longing for: an open venue in the middle of the city, a shelter for everyone longing for consolation and guidance."

(Pastor Christian Wolff)

Pastor
Christian Wolff