Church of Scientology Copenhagen Grand Opening Photos

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On Saturday, May 27, thousands of overjoyed Scientologists gather in central Copenhagen where the city’s most famous squares converge, to celebrate the triumphant grand opening of the new Church of Scientology Denmark. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Mr. David Miscavige, Chairman of the Board Religious Technology Center, presides over the jubilant celebration of Denmark’s new Church of Scientology in the historic heart of Copenhagen. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Time and again during Mr. Miscavige’s keynote address, the exuberant crowd rises to its feet in joyful recognition of a historic day for Copenhagen and all of Denmark. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Joined by two dozen Scientologists who were at the vanguard of bringing the new Church to life, Mr. Miscavige dedicates the city’s stunning Church of Scientology. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Cheers reverberate around the square as a new era dawns for Danish Scientologists with the grand opening of their breathtaking Church. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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A rousing rendition of Hans Christian Andersen’s “In Denmark I was Born” set the tone for a resplendent dedication ceremony in the cultural center of Copenhagen. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Mr. David Miscavige, ecclesiastical leader of the Scientology religion, presided over the dedication ceremony, recounting the journey to this epic accomplishment. “As some of you may recall, we once met upon a midnight hour. Whereupon, you presented a future vision of this Church. I shared your vision and you pledged to make it a fact. So, on this day when wind, sleet or snow couldn’t keep me away, I came in glorious Spring to say: ‘You made it, you did it, you saw it and seized it. And here now stands the world’s most ideally placed Church of Scientology, in the name of spiritual freedom and the exercise of eternal free will for all Denmark.’” © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“It was about eight years ago that a group of enthusiastic young people approached me and asked to collaborate on a walk for the International Day of Human Rights. The spark and life of those students was infectious—how could I say no? Hundreds of Danish youth participated, marching from the City Center to Nørrebro. There were even dance crews, singers and rappers performing. This was human rights in live action on the streets of Copenhagen. And, altogether we have inspired a youth movement that’s crisscrossed our city. So, it is no longer just your walk, it’s our walk.”—Mr. Klaus Mygind, Copenhagen City Councilor © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“Just when things couldn’t get darker, I was introduced to something completely new—Narconon… I remember meeting a father who was visiting his son. He said, ‘My boy has been saved, and I will introduce you to him.’ His son had been addicted to heroin for 10 years, and I looked into his eyes and heart and saw life. Until I witnessed it myself, I didn’t believe hard-core addicts could be rehabilitated. But the graduates were real, and their stories were a miraculous reality.”—Mr. Thøger Berg Nielsen, Chief Superintendent for the Danish Police (Ret.) © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“Your Neoclassical home looks over this historic square and offers up its own story. By way of example, the favorite sons who resided here include authors of the Danish Constitution and our national anthem—not to mention poets and statesmen of every stature. So, both this square and this house carry the spirit of our city. And thus, with the opening of this Ideal Org, Copenhagen’s birthplace finds new life.” —Mr. Bjarke Christensen, Historic Restoration Architect © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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“L. Ron Hubbard stands apart from so many others before him. He was both a knowledge seeker and a knowledge sharer. He would find a stone of wisdom and turn it and turn it again, always seeking to know more. So today, we celebrate a house of wisdom built from those stones. May it be the foundation for the people of Denmark to grow, to explore, to live and to soar.” —Mr. Rene Jensen, Publishing Executive and advisor to the Copenhagen Commune © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Mr. David Miscavige with (left to right): Mr. Rene Jensen, Publishing Executive and Advisor to the Copenhagen Commune; Mr. Bjarke Christensen, Historic Restoration Architect; Mr. Klaus Mygind, Copenhagen City Councilor; and Mr. Thøger Berg Nielsen, Chief Superintendent for the Danish Police (Ret.). © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The Church redesigned, restored and renewed its new home in central Copenhagen. At 40,000 square feet, this Neoclassical building was originally constructed in 1796. Prominent in the extreme, the facility stands just steps from the Strøget, where 75,000 pedestrians pass by every day. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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RECEPTION Open seven days a week, morning to night, the Church of Scientology of Denmark Reception welcomes anyone wishing to obtain an introduction to Dianetics and Scientology. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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SCIENTOLOGY PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTER The Public Information Center offers some 500 films, providing a complete introduction to every aspect of Dianetics and Scientology. It includes the beliefs and practices of the religion, a biographical presentation on the life and legacy of Founder, L. Ron Hubbard, as well as the many humanitarian initiatives and community outreach programs the Church supports. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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INTRODUCTORY SERVICES The Church of Scientology Denmark provides for the delivery of all Introductory Services. These include an entire array of Scientology Life Improvement Courses to help better any aspect of one’s life. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Among the many services available are evening and weekend Dianetics and Scientology seminars and the Success through Communication Course, which teaches the underlying skill to succeed in both professional and personal relationships. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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DIANETICS & SCIENTOLOGY BOOKSTORE The Church of Scientology Denmark Bookstore makes available L. Ron Hubbard’s works on Dianetics and Scientology. In all, Mr. Hubbard’s legacy comprises tens of millions of published words in dozens of books and thousands of recorded lectures. A Materials Guide Chart provides an informational overview of every book and lecture series and the subjects contained within each. Materials are available in 50 languages. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE PURIFICATION CENTER Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard developed the Purification Program to free individuals from the mental and spiritual damage caused by drugs and toxins, through a regimen of exercise, sauna and nutrition—all of which are provided for in the Purification Center. The mural pays homage to Denmark’s intrepid spirit and symbolizes a new dawn for Copenhagen. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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HUBBARD GUIDANCE CENTER The Hubbard Guidance Center is where Scientologists receive one-on-one spiritual counseling, known as auditing. Just beyond the waiting room are dozens of auditing rooms. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Each one of the auditing rooms is ideally appointed to provide the calm, distraction-free setting requisite to achieving spiritual enlightenment. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE ACADEMY The Academy is where Scientologists train to become auditors (spiritual counselors), capable of applying the technology of auditing to help others attain spiritual freedom. The Denmark Academy comprises multiple course rooms, each devoted to a different aspect of training. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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The Café welcomes visitors touring the Church and provides a gathering place for those attending the many scheduled events. It is further provided for parishioners during breaks in their Scientology services. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE CHAPEL The Chapel, lined with the Codes and Creed of the Church of Scientology, provides for all congregational ceremonies and services—including Sunday Services, Weddings and Naming Ceremonies. The Chapel also serves as an ideal venue for workshops, banquets and events, in the name of community collaboration for the betterment of Denmark. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE OFFICE OF L. RON HUBBARD As is tradition in all Churches of Scientology, the Office of L. Ron Hubbard stands in honor of the religion’s Founder and symbolizes that this Church is true to his writings and ideals. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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THE HISTORY OF NYTORV 11-13 The landmark Neoclassical townhouse at Nytorv 11-13, today home to the Church of Scientology, was originally constructed in 1796. Throughout its history, the building has served a variety of uses: a paper factory, warehouse, brewery and café. The site further served as a private residence, and was home to a number of prominent Danes, including the king of Nordic poetry and author of the national anthem, Adam Oehlenschläger. Carl Christian Hall, a member of the original Constitutional Assembly and 32-year member of the National Assembly, lived here before going on to serve as Prime Minister in the mid-19th century. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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After acquiring Nytorv 11-13, the Church brought new life to the landmark, which included restoring and preserving the original wood staircase built in 1885. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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Now dedicated as the home of the Church of Scientology, the building remains a significant tribute to the past and a herald of the future for Denmark. © 2024 Church of Scientology International. All Rights Reserved.

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