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“You matter because you exist” – Cicely Saunders, the pioneer of palliative care
How can people be well cared for at the end of their lives? This was the question that Cicely Saunders (1918–2005)—a physician, nurse, and social worker—devoted her life to addressing. As the founder of the modern hospice movement and a pioneer of palliative care, she shaped our understanding of pain—which continues to this day—with her concept of “Total Pain.” The exhibition, conceived by Swiss pastor Martina Holder-Franz, invites visitors to learn about the life and work of Cicely Saunders. Guided tour of the exhibition with curator Martina Holder-Franz on Thursday, September 24, at 11 a.m. To register
Time:
Tuesday, September 22: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wednesday, September 23: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday, September 24: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Friday, September 25: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Saturday, September 26: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
On September 24 at 11 a.m., Martina Holder-Franz will lead a guided tour of the exhibition.
Cost: free
Accessible: Yes
Contact for inquiries: Gabriele Hartlieb, email: gabriele.hartlieb@kbz.ekiba.de.
Registration: not required
Recommendation:The Thomaskirche cafeteria offers seating, tea, and coffee. In addition to the exhibition, be sure to take some time to experience the“Sky Swing” inside Thomaskirche and enjoy the gentle sway on 12-meter-long ropes within the church.
Note: The exhibition is open to both individual visitors and groups.
Directions: Thomaskirche is just over a 10-minute ride from downtown Freiburg via tram line 3 (toward Zähringen, get off at the Hornusstraße stop, then take the rail replacement service to Tullastraße or walk—about 10 minutes).
Alternatively: The Frelo (nextbike) bike-sharing system offers 1,200 rental bikes at 100 stations spread throughout Freiburg. After registering for free, you can rent a bike at one station and return it to the same station or any other station.
Organizer: Pastor Martina Holder-Franz / North Parish, Freiburg
The event is part of the public program marking the 16th Palliative Care Congress in Freiburg. The program is organized by the Palliative Care Forum of the Archdiocese of Freiburg in collaboration with the Department of Palliative Medicine at the University Medical Center Freiburg, and is organized in partnership with numerous institutions, initiatives, and volunteers from Freiburg and the surrounding region. For more information, please visit:www.palliativ-freiburg-2026.de
All information is provided without warranty.
Please note that events may be held in German.
Please note that events may be held in German.
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