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Open MIC Night

With the Open Mic Evening, we want to offer a recurring platform where students from Cologne's universities and young local artists can present their creative exploration of topics relating to individual, social and ecological well-being.

The stage for this is provided by our modern, sculptural St John XXIII Church, where participants can express their creativity and explore themes of wellbeing. A great opportunity to socialise with like-minded people, share your artistic talents and inspire each other.

When? Thursday, January 15, 2026. Starts at 6.30 PM
Where? KGH Church, Berrenrather Str. 127, Köln-Sülz

We cordially invite you to actively participate in the Open Mic: as a musician, poet, storyteller, dancer... apply now for a performance at this first event.

Look forward to a varied evening full of creativity and good vibes!
Whether you perform yourself or just want to be there - network, get into conversation and meet new people at our barbecue and Kölsch in our courtyard afterwards.

Further Information:

To apply, simply send an e-mail to Johannes or Nicole with the following information:

Name
Genre (Music, Poetry, Dance, Theatre, etc.)
Performance Time
Equipment and assistance needs
Links to previous work and social media, if available

This event is presented in collaboration with:

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FILM PREMIERE & TALK: The Assessment

Exclusive premiere on the original set of the KHG church followed by a talk
When? Friday, 11 April 2025 at 6.30 pm
Where? Berrenrather Str. 127, Köln-Sülz

The film will be shown in the original English Version with German subtitles.

We would like to cordially invite you to the film screening in the KHG church, where parts of the film were shot. This will be followed by a talk with the Cologne-based film production company augenschein and the theologian Prof. Dr. Dr. Jochen Sautermeister, during which we will learn more about the filming and development of the project and delve deeper into the topic. The talk will be held in German.

Admission is free. Places are limited. First come, first serve.
This offer is aimed exclusively at students, trainees and pupils (aged 16 and over).

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In a near future where life is optimised and controlled, parenthood is subject to a strict approval process. Mia (Elizabeth Olsen) and her husband Aaryan (Himesh Patel) have submitted their application to have children and must first undergo a suitability test. They are assigned an expert named Virginia (Alicia Vikander), who accompanies them every step of the way for seven days. The cool, unapproachable Virginia presents Mia and Aaryan with a series of gruelling challenges that push them to their emotional limits and not only shake the foundations of their relationship, but also fuel increasing doubts about the assessor's motives and the integrity of the assessment system.

The profound thriller starring Oscar® winner Alicia Vikander (‘The Danish Girl’), Elizabeth Olsen (‘Avengers: Endgame’) and Himesh Patel (‘Don't Look Up’) explores the complexity of human relationships and the ethical boundaries of a society that prioritises control over individual freedom. THE ASSESSMENT celebrated its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2024.

Direction: Fleure Fortuné
With: Alicia Vikander, Elizabeth Olsen, Himesh Patel
Production Year: 2024
FSK: 16
Cinema Release Germany: 3. April 2025

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Night Cafe Gubbio

Overnight project for the homeless

In collaboration with the Gubbio Homeless Chaplaincy

You may also notice the many homeless people in our streets. In Cologne, there are only limited overnight accommodations for homeless people. We are therefore supporting Gemeinsam Gubbio at the Nachcafé in the current winter semester. A warm invitation to all: anyone and everyone can join in! 

Interested parties can now contact Annekatrin Schumacher to get an idea of the task for themselves based on experiences and impressions from the past years. 

Participation in the night café can be recognised for the church practice field within the framework of the study certificate. 

The entry is possible at any time within the winter season from November to March. We are looking forward to your support !

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Fair-Teiler

Save and share food

At the KHG, we would like to do something together with you against throwing away food and have set up a system for collecting and handing out food, the so-called FairTeiler, which was later taken over by Foodsharing.

This is a permanently installed cupboard and fridge where you can deposit and collect food during our opening hours.

Both are clearly visible directly in the entrance area of our building (Berrenrather Str. 127) and are open to all people who would like to use them as an offer for food sharing. We would be happy to have committed helpers who would join us in keeping the cupboard clean.

Please contact us at: sekretariat@khgkoeln.de

If you want to find out more about the idea of the FoodSharing, you can read more here.

The food sharing is accessible during our opening hours (see footer of the website).

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