Attic Masses
Every first Sunday of the month, with exception of the months July and August, there is a Mass held in the attic church. Everybody is welcome. Solder Masses begin at 11:30 a.m. and doors open at 11 a.m. There is no need to reserve in advance; you are free to walk in from 11 a.m. onward. Keep in mind that there is the possibillity the attic church is full. Please email questions and/or comments about these celebrations to solderviering@gmail.com.
The origin of the Masses
From the end of the 17th century until the opening of the new Saint Nicholas Church in 1887, Masses were held in Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder (Our Lord in the Attic), as well as marriages, baptisms and mourning. A year later, the Attic church was given a new purpose as a museum. Since 1951, church services for artists have been held in the chapel on a regular basis. Catholic artists such as glaziers, painters, sculptors, musicians and writers found their spiritual shelter here. Gradually, this target group was replaced by people who felt attracted by the historic building, the professional music and preaching. For example, with the exception of the summer months, the original destination of this museum is cherished with love in this museum on every first Sunday of the month and at Christmas.
Attic Masses 2023
- December 3: pastor Simon
- December 24 Christmas Eve Mass 20.00 hour
- December 24 Christmas Eve Mass 22.00 hour
Christmas Eve Mass 2023
Note: De ticket sale starts on Friday the 1st of December 2023.
The Christmas Eve Masses are well attended every year. Regular tickets for the Christmas Eve Mass will go on sale on Friday the 1st of December 2023. Friends of the museum get the option to buy tickets in advance.