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The Kretingalė community, with deep roots dating back to the Reformation period around 1550 according to some Lithuanian historians like J. Yčas and B. Kviklys, and to the mid-17th century according to other researchers such as A. Harnoch, H. Kurschat, and J. Sembritzki, is one of the gems of Lithuania's spiritual heritage.
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The Kretingalė community, with deep roots dating back to the Reformation period around 1550 according to some Lithuanian historians like J. Yčas and B. Kviklys, and to the mid-17th century according to other researchers such as A. Harnoch, H. Kurschat, and J. Sembritzki, is one of the gems of Lithuania's spiritual heritage. Established as a wooden chapel by 1652, it later evolved into a full-fledged church that today remains an integral part of the spiritual life of 72 villages, including Karklininkai and Pakamoriai.
Built in 1896 in the Neo-Gothic style, the red brick church,
with its distinctive interior and exterior features, stands as a testament to the community's dedication and love for their place of worship. The authentic interior space and the ornate altar-pulpit with Corinthian columns, as well as the historically significant bells, reflect the rich history and culture of the community.
Although the size of the Kretingalė community has changed over time, its 70 members today, under the care of Pastor Saulius Varanavičius, uphold traditions, cherish the history of their place of worship, and continue their longstanding spiritual practices.
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