The above pictures show interiors of Hungarian Reformed Churches in Romania. Hand embroidered tapestries primarily red show the congregation’s regional pride. The tapestries were made by women of the congregation, some in honor of confirmation classes. Unseen in the photo, the tapestries cover some older traditional wood work. On top of the elevated pulpit is a pelican, a symbol of the Reformed Church. The crown on the pulpit serves for acoustic purposes and also symbolizes Christ’s sovereignty.
The picture above shows nave and ceiling of the traditional Romanian Orthodox church. Intricate mosaics cover the walls telling biblical stories to instruct and inspire the worshipers. With ornate chandeliers and saintly images of the apostles, this space clearly differentiates from the Reformed churches of Transylvania.
The altarpiece above is found in the ex-Catholic church in the German ( Saxon) region of Transylvania.
The stark white space is home to a dying Reformed congregation, only nine members including the pastor. The building still contains national and cultural significance for the people of the region thus it remains open, but in worsening disrepair.
(Sam, Rachelle, Jenna)
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