Dom sierot w Braniewie za czasów ewangelickiego proboszcza Johannesa Loefflada (1869–1888)
Orphanage In Braniewo In The Times Of The Evangelical Parish Priest Johannes Loefflad (1869–1888)

Summary/Abstract: In 1874, the Evangelical parish in Braniewo consisted of approximately 4 thousand worshippers, and in 1883 – about 4500 worshippers. The parish priest in the years 1869–1888 was Johannes Löfflad, who came from Rhineland. Thanks to his initiative, numerous care facilities were founded in the area belonging to this the pastoral institution. On 10 November 1872, the representatives of the parish decided to open an orphanage in the town. For this purpose, Evangelical Society for Orphan Care was founded – its aim was to collect funds. Finally, a small house in the suburbs of Braniewo was donated to be used as the orphanage. The facility was blessed on 10 November 1873. It had a status of a private institution. In 1885, the orphanage was moved into a new building, where a former army hospital had been located. The orphanage was supervised by the management board and it was run by a teacher named Wulf. The orphanage was usually home to 14–18 boys. The local parish community donated 350 thalers each year for the support and maintenance of the institution. It was also supported by church associations and other religious organizations.

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