We were then guided through town, starting at the City Church of St. Mary's where Luther preached thousands of sermons in German, much to the chagrin of the pope. Then like Luther, we headed to the Castle Church to see the door where the 95 Theses were posted. Anyone interested in a good debate?
Today was also to be the start of the Luther Wedding Festival. However, due to the need of man- and woman-power to mount a fight against the rising raging water, the festival was cancelled, as well as the trains. The flood is to reach concerning levels, but all is well with us.
One other fascinating stop today was the Hundertwasserschule. It is a building designed by famous architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser who believes that right angles go against nature. The city leaders went to him to design this school and he agreed. We thought it looked a little like a Dr. Seuss building!!
Tonight, we were serenaded by German minstrels and enjoyed evening organ music at St. Mary's. Food and friendship is great and miss you all.
(Written by Sherry Burg)
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