Events and Activities
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Sunday Mass in English
01:15 PM
Herz-Jesu-Kirche, Ludwigstraße 56, 42105 Wuppertal
Our weekly Sunday Mass is celebrated in English and brings together people from many nations, cultures, and backgrounds in prayer and worship. Whether you are a long-time parishioner, new to the area, visiting, or simply looking for an English-speaking Catholic community, you are warmly invited to join us. After Mass, we gather for fellowship, offering everyone the opportunity to meet fellow parishioners, make new friends, and become part of our welcoming community. On many Sundays, we also share refreshments, and occasionally enjoy a bite to eat and a beer together. It is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where faith, friendship, and community come together. Everyone is welcome, and newcomers are especially encouraged to join us. We look forward to meeting you.
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Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady
01:15 PM
Herz Jesu Church, Ludwigstraße 56, 42105 Wuppertal
Celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady with Us. You are warmly invited to join our parish community as we celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Saturday, August 16th. This beautiful feast reminds us of Mary's faithful witness, her complete trust in God, and the hope of eternal life promised to all who follow Christ. Come and celebrate this special occasion with us in prayer and thanksgiving at Holy Mass. Whether you are a regular parishioner, visiting the area, or simply looking for a welcoming Catholic community, you will be received with open hearts. Following the Mass, the celebration will continue with food, drinks, and fellowship. It will be a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, strengthen old friendships, and enjoy the warmth of our parish family in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you as we honour Our Lady together and celebrate the gift of faith, community, and Christian fellowship.
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Rosary and Adoration
05:00 PM
Herz Jesu Church, Ludwigstraße 56, 42105 Wuppertal
Rosary, Adoration & Benediction We warmly invite you to join us for our monthly Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, and Benediction, which is a beautiful opportunity to step away from the business of daily life and spend time in the presence of the Lord. Together, we pray the Rosary, entrust our intentions to the Blessed Virgin Mary, and adore Jesus truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Whether you come seeking peace, strength, guidance, or simply a quiet moment with God, you are most welcome. This time of prayer offers spiritual renewal, deepens our faith, and unites us as one community before Christ. Bring your family and friends, and experience the grace, comfort, and joy that come from spending time in prayer and adoration. All are warmly invited.
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International Mass
12:00 PM
Herz Jesu Church, Ludwigstraße 56, 42105 Wuppertal
Celebrate Faith Across Nations – Join Our International Mass On Germany's National Day, our parish warmly invites you to a special International Holy Mass—a joyful celebration of the universal nature of the Catholic Church. On this unique occasion, Catholics from many nations, cultures, and language backgrounds come together as one family in Christ, united by the same faith and the same Eucharist. The International Mass is a beautiful witness to the richness and diversity of our Church. Through different languages, traditional attire, music, and cultural expressions, we celebrate the many gifts that each community brings while proclaiming one Gospel and sharing one faith. Whether you are a long-time parishioner, new to the area, visiting from abroad, or simply seeking a place to worship, you are most welcome to join us. Come and experience the joy of a truly international Catholic community where diversity is embraced, friendships are formed, and Christ remains at the heart of our gathering. Following the celebration of the Holy Mass, we invite everyone to stay for fellowship and refreshments—an opportunity to meet people from different backgrounds, share stories, and strengthen the bonds that unite us as brothers and sisters in Christ. We look forward to celebrating with you!
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Youth Mass in Altenberg
12:00 PM
Altenberg, N.R.W.
A beautifully sung mass for all youths in N.R.W., at an idyllic location in city of Altenberg. Usually the mass takes places in the open on the church grounds and young people of multiple age groups, nationalities and cultures come together to make a beautiful celebration. After mass, everyone shares something to drink and a bite, usually barbecue. Families and children are very welcome. We always travel as community and this requires planning long ahead, so please register with our secretary after mass. Meeting point: Bus stop Friedhofskirche, Elberfeld
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Pilgrimage to Kevelaer
08:00 AM
Kevelaer
Annual Pilgrimage to Kevelaer. We warmly invite you to join our annual parish pilgrimage to Kevelaer, one of Germany's most cherished places of Marian devotion. We always make this pilgrimage on July 26th, the feast day of Saints Anna and Joachim, the parents of the Our Lady, the grandparents of Jesus. This year, it falls on a Sunday, making it a special opportunity for the whole community to travel, pray, and celebrate together. Please note that we will have no Sunday Mass, as our parish will celebrate the Holy Mass together in Kevelaer. We encourage all parishioners, families, and friends to take part in this meaningful day of faith and fellowship. Our pilgrimage is a time for prayer, reflection, and renewal, as we entrust ourselves and our loved ones to the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We look forward to sharing this special journey with you and strengthening our community through worship, friendship, and our common faith. For this journey, we organize travel as a community so please register as soon as possible with, our community secretary. Departure: Friedhofskirche Bus stop, Elberfeld Wuppertal. Exact time is still to be confirmed and communicated.
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Recurring Activities
Ongoing activities and gatherings open to all.
Holy Mass
WeeklyHoly Mass is celebrated every Sunday at 1:15 pm, except on special occasions when it is moved to 12:00 pm, or replaced by a general parish Mass, in which case it does not take place. The location may also change on special days, so staying in touch with parish announcements is important to remain informed.
Rosary & Adoration
MonthlyWe pray the Rosary and adore the Blessed Sacrament on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 5:00 pm. All are warmly invited to join this time of deep prayer and reflection, where we come together in devotion, silence, and worship before the Lord, strengthening our faith and spiritual life.
Community Feasts
AnnuallyEvery year we celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart as our parish feast. On October 3rd, we also hold an International Mass with many nationalities present, expressing unity in faith, cultural diversity, and shared worship. These celebrations strengthen bonds within the community and deepen our sense of belonging.
Pilgrimages
AnnuallyEach year we go on pilgrimage to Kevelaer, a place of Marian devotion, and to Cologne Cathedral to venerate the relics of the Three Kings, among other sacred sites. These journeys are moments of prayer, reflection, and fellowship that deepen our faith and strengthen our sense of community and spiritual identity.