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Children's Hearts in Focus: Dear fellow believers report about us on their website: https://arche.team/
Foundations for the "Walkable Bible" 07/26
Preparations required for the visualizations of the biblical books are underway in the background. All Bible verses are initially evaluated independently by several people for their meaning. Later, the team makes decisions on which verses will be exhibited with which representation.
Architect proposal: entrance area ... 07/26
First image renderings as a basis for discussion for the entrance area; the visible concrete supports and beams should be eliminated so that the structure of the Ark is visually emphasized and thus stands out better.
Architect proposal: stairway area ... 07/26
Initial image renderings as a basis for discussion for the stairwell. A waiting area is positioned in the central stairwell area, which will undoubtedly be frequently utilized.
Cooperation with Rose de Jesus... 07/26
With Rose's video, we have now reached approximately 200,000 views and about 2,000 followers, not including many shares. The video can be seen on our Insta channel; button at the top right.
Update on partnerships – social media... 07/26
We have currently contacted several Christian influencers and asked them about a possible partnership with Christlicher Kulturpark. Our goal is to win people who support our vision and help draw attention to the project. Christlicher Kulturpark is to become a place of encounter with many opportunities to get to know the Bible, God, and the Christian faith in a living way.
The influencers contacted so far reach more than 2.8 million followers together. This shows that there is great potential in such partnerships.
Please pray with us that God will move the hearts of the people we have contacted and allow the right partnerships to come about. At the same time, we continue to actively look for cooperation partners who share our vision and would like to support it with their reach. Thank you to all supporters!
Park construction 06/26
Brief overview for easier understanding of the park's structure.
Exemplary visualization of Psalm 1... 06/26
Here you can see a direct comparison between the normal text display and the visualization (in this case) with images, which encourages a more intensive contemplation. The orange-colored text has been visually translated with images. Faith comes through proclamation; the original Bible text is expounded before each depiction, so that the viewer can easily recognize what the image represents.
New main video: Front page ... 04/26
Please view our updated project video on the front page. https://christlicher-kulturpark.de/
Site plan ... 03/26
Our architectural firm from Hildesheim has created an initial site plan as a basis for discussion for the entire 'Christlicher Kulturpark' area.
The necessary permits for the development of the forest areas on the left into local recreation areas, including path infrastructure and pavilions, are still to be applied for at the appropriate time.
We are pleased, ... 02/26
very particularly, to welcome Mr. Frieder Trommer to the ranks of our active supporters this year. Mr. Trommer has successfully managed major Christian works for many years. His experience and contacts are particularly valuable for the realization of our goals.
Preparatory planning 02/26
Internal considerations have resulted in a preparatory layout proposal for the ground floor. It will be provided to the architectural firm as a basis for discussion and serves as preparation for the future building application.
New donation option 02/26
Previously, donations were only possible via Freibank. There is now an alternative via PayPal. Following the successful audit of our non-profit status, the use of a user account for non-profit organizations was confirmed, offering the advantage of lower fees.
In the future, donation receipts will be expanded to include a donation QR code and global fundraising.
New project video for the front page 02/26
Our main video is being revised. Due to the progress of the project and necessary content adjustments, we have commissioned a professional advertising agency for the following goals: halving the video length; a better and shorter project description; and completion by the end of March.
IDEA — editorial report 01/26
https://www.idea.de/article/eine-arche-in-deutschland-1
On January 7, 2026, IDEA will provide information about the current status of our project behind a login barrier. It should be added, among other things, that most paintings and CAD graphics are now presented as photorealistic images and, in the Bible exhibition, often with integrated verse references. Some examples can already be seen under the '8 Modules' tab, 2|8 Bible Exhibition. The introductory video is also being revised due to many required changes and a necessary design update. Initial discussions with a professional agency have already taken place.
Friends' Meeting 11/25
On November 1, 2025, the first friends' meeting of the "Christlicher Kulturpark e. V." took place at the Immanuel congregation's 'Café Auszeit'; with 50-60 visitors, all seats were occupied. There were even visitors from Liechtenstein and Holland present.
Due to conferences booked long ago, Dr. Gassmann and Dr. Grohmann were unable to attend in person, but greeted the participants via a short video.
Ralf Kiefer illustrated the following points with in-depth descriptions in words and images: CONCEPT, IS GOD WITH US?, FINANCING, and OUTLOOK. The content of the three main exhibitions (Bible, Science, Culture) conceptually includes: truth that gives hope; biblical depictions that touch the heart; and surprises that lead to wonder. Mr. Kiefer emphasized that the special possibilities of artistic representation must be utilized to achieve a high level of visitor attention. This was followed by a creative example from "JR," who caused prison inmates to receive more visitors again. 3D holograms and many other methods of representation were also discussed. (Incidentally, a 'digital 3D artist' has since come forward.)
Highlight: Visitors should repeatedly be given the opportunity to be included in certain scenes/situations; simply hanging up pictures is not enough.
Since the location is part of the concept, more time was devoted to finding the individual and perfectly fitting site. In the area of the science exhibition, it is intended to illustrate special insights into approximately 50 objects that are largely unknown.
A core point of the culture exhibition is not only the representation of the foundations and causes for a functioning society, but also the highlighting of points of friction.
Current main goals remain finding willing participants for later working groups and "broad shoulders" for financing.
After the presentation, time was given for questions; subsequently, many visitors stayed for further exchange. Our thanks go, among others, to the Immanuel congregation for their help and the room, as well as for the prayer support from the circle of friends.
PLUS and MINUS: In the meantime, several written comments have been received, all of which rated the meeting as positively emphasized. It was a pity, however, that Mr. Kiefer did not grant the leader of the Immanuel congregation, Mr. Fuhrmann, the promised greeting time; "this happened accidentally due to an excessive focus on the course of the presentation and will be generously compensated for at the second meeting!" said Kiefer.
Building structure 10/25
The regulations regarding escape and rescue routes require three stairwells, which will be constructed in concrete; within the exhibition rooms, they will be clad in wood, in accordance with the entire surroundings; the appearance in the stairwell is still open. Since the Ark will be placed on a concrete base, it will tower over the trees and be recognizable sooner. Externally, we are orienting ourselves toward the biblical dimensions and, as far as possible, the specified construction features. The 3 floors mentioned in the Bible would mean a room height of approx. 4.50 m, which would be significantly too high for our exhibits. We have decided to add a 4th floor to gain an additional 3,200 sqm of exhibition space; the room height of approx. 3.0 m is perfectly sufficient for the planned exhibition purposes.
Donation Status 9/25
Current donation pledges amount to approx. 2.5 million euros; the minimum goal to be able to award the construction contract for Noah's Ark is approx. 12 million euros.
Construction of the Ark's Structure 8/25
The Ark will be raised by approx. 5 meters, resulting in an additional area of approx. 3,000 sqm. This eliminates a large part of the costs for the second exhibition building; now a small administration and entrance building is sufficient; the science and culture exhibitions will be placed either in the base area or in the attic of the Ark.
Construction Drawings 07/25
Initial construction drawings of the Ark are being prepared; these are crucial for more accurate cost estimation and as a basis for decision-making for all subsequent trades.
Timeline: Construction of the Ark + Exhibition Content 07/25
Further expert discussions have shown that, under normal circumstances, the construction of the Ark can be completed within 12 months. The creation of the exhibition content is not possible within one year; if you wish to assist us in preparation by indicating your intention to support, please send us an email with keywords for assistance options: see the SUPPORT tab.
Increase Project Awareness 07/25
In the coming weeks/months, several designed advertisements will be placed in important Christian media (FACTUM, IDEA, ETHOS, etc.). The direct distribution figures alone already total well over 100,000 readers (plus secondary readers through sharing). It is very likely that additional supporters will be found and new networks will emerge.
Sponsors 07/25
Letters of intent from various entrepreneurs for financial participation are already available. There will be a next round of financing in August 2026.
In addition to donations, subsidies, and foundations, further financial participation is required to finance the essential construction project.
Location 07/25
From five positive reactions, a particularly interesting site on the A2 has emerged; it is located between Braunschweig and Magdeburg. An existing development plan must be updated in 2 points, so that an official start in 2027 will very likely be possible. On a total area of approx. 23 hectares, there are two different projects that both overlap and complement each other due to the targeted groups; the remaining reserve area of 9 hectares is exactly sufficient for our culture park! For illustrations, see 1|8 Park of Encounters.
Funding / Foundations 06/25
The contract for developing public funding subsidies has been awarded; additionally, the examination and evaluation of foundation opportunities will be conducted.
Social Media 05/25
The task for the installation/activation of the four most important media was implemented with significant content.
Professional Logo 04/25
Task was completed; logo integrated on the front.
Website Design 04/25
Task was implemented at the beginning of April.
Accounting 04/25
Will be assigned to a reputable tax firm in the course of 2025.
Science Exhibition 03/25
We have received confirmation from recognized and experienced scientists for the professionally appropriate design of the exhibition content.
Communication Tool 01/25
Tool available for the future management of the many necessary working groups.
Association 12/24
"Christlicher Kulturpark e. V." was registered in 12/2024; its non-profit status is recognized; donation receipts can be issued. Further information under IMPRINT.