The new Nikolaus-Groß-Chapel, opened on 10th October in the cathedral of Essen
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The new Nikolaus-Groß-Chapel, opened on 10th October in the cathedral of Essen |
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Picture above: The clearly-defined bronze head of Nikolaus Groß has been modelled as Bozetto in original size.
Picture below: The panels of glass attached to the wall with bronze poles invite the reader to consider the life of Nikolaus Groß. The panel at the back shows handwritten lines by Nikolaus Groß, below an excerpt of the last letter to his wife Elisabeth Groß. On the glass panel in the middle one can see pictures of the family Groß, but also pictures of the death cell in Berlin-Plötzensee. On the front glass Panel excerpts of the letters by Nikolaus Groß can be seen.
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Pictures below: After the festive religious service on 10th October 2004, during which Bishop Dr. Felix Genn opened and blessed the new Nikolaus-Groß-Chapel, numerous faithful visited the new place of commemoration and lit candles.