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Stavanger Døvekirke

Stavanger, Norway

This church conducts its services entirely in Norwegian sign language. 

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More than 5,000 people regularly attend services at the seven churches.
Left: More than 5,000 people regularly attend services at the seven churches.
Right: Norway's Deaf Churches are welcoming spaces.
Norway's Deaf Churches are welcoming spaces.
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One of seven locations of the Døvekirken (Church for the Deaf) in Norway, which serve more than 5,000 people across the country. Built in 1918, this church was originally designed by Gustav Helland.

The Church for the Deaf offers services entirely in Norwegian Sign Language. The Deaf congregation has met in different locations on Storhaug since the start of the 20th century, and moved into this building in 1997.

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Please note that since this is an active place of worship, it's essential to behave respectfully. 

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