Johanneskirken Concerts

It was raining so we decided to see the Organ recital late evening. Fantastic decision. The church has a wooden roof which made it look very different and classy. Worth a visit when you’re in Bergen, where it rains 220 days.

Surprisingly austere for a Catholic Church but definitely worth climbing the steps to visit. Lovely dark wood vaulted ceiling and geometric-patterned stained glass. If you're in Bergen, do pay a visit.

Enjoyed the Christmas Day midday service here. I was surprised and disappointed that nobody particularly made an effort to welcome or speak to visitors but the service itself was meaningful, even trying my best to translate into English in my head using my limited Norwegian!

In 2015, I was on a 3 month appointment as Visiting Scholar in Bergen, Norway and I lived in an apartment just down the street. This church, it's minister made this English Speaker feel so welcome. I formed several important friendships with Norwegians here. I tried to attend each Sunday. It was my spiritual home, essential to my well being while visiting Bergen

Stunning woodwork and craftsmanship. Definitely worth a visit if you appreciate church architecture.