Just feeling at home

Ten years of Lebenshaus Koinonia—that’s ten years filled with encounters, shared journeys, and experiences that have shaped us. In September 2026, we had the opportunity to celebrate these ten years with many people connected to our organization.

The event kicked off on Friday, September 25, 2026, with a worship night featuring the band “Dienen und Loben” from Haiterbach. With great music, singing together, and time spent with one another and with God, we experienced an evening that filled us with gratitude and wonder, and thus set the perfect tone for our upcoming anniversary Sunday.

On Sunday morning, we gathered for a worship service. The children from Lebenshaus helped lead the service with musical, dance, and poetic performances, creating some truly moving moments. During the lunch that followed, we had the opportunity to talk with one another and continue enjoying each other’s company.

In the afternoon, the focus turned to everyday life and the challenges of our work—but in a way that was both inspiring and practical for everyone: “What Helps When Things Get Tough?—Neurobiology, Self-Regulation, and Mental Health” was the title of the lecture we had the opportunity to hear.

At the ceremony that followed, we looked back on the past ten years with deep gratitude. Employees were honored for their dedication, and the children once again delighted everyone with their musical performances. The anniversary weekend came to a close in the late afternoon with coffee and cake.

We are grateful to all the children, families, staff, supporters, and guests who accompany and support our work. The celebration showed us how much can be achieved when people come together, trust grows, and we look to the future together.