Christus Koningkerk
Kluis 19, 6165 EL Geleen, Netherlands
Christus Koningkerk
A church located in Geleen, Netherlands.
The Christus Koningkerk (Christ the King Church) was built in 1962-1964 and designed by architect Joseph Hubertus Smeets. The church is part of the Catholic Diocese of Roermond and serves as a parish church for the surrounding community.
The church's design is characterized by its modernist architecture, with a prominent central dome and a rectangular nave. The interior features a striking mural depicting Christ the King, created by artist Jan van der Linden in 1964. The church is situated at Kluis 19, located within the Kluis neighborhood of Geleen.
Christus Koningkerk has played an important role in the local community, hosting various cultural and religious events throughout the years.
- A striking mural depicting Christ the King, created by artist Jan van der Linden in 1964.
- A prominent central dome and a rectangular nave.
- Serves as a parish church for the surrounding community.
- Part of the Catholic Diocese of Roermond.
Details
| Name | Christus Koningkerk |
|---|---|
| City/Town | Geleen |
| Province | Limburg |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Coordinates | 50.962344, 5.8332239 |
| Denomination | roman catholic |
| Amenity | place of worship |
| Religion | christian |
| Year of construction | 1962 |
| Time period | late 20th century |
| Architectural style | modernist |
| Architect | Joseph Hubertus Smeets |
| Patron | Christ the King |