Firststein vom Alten Pfarrhaus

The New Rectory from 1887

The old rectory was built in 1887 during the tenure of Pastor Johannes Kuhlo. While the new parsonage was being built, the previous one—built in 1710—burned down in 1887 as a result of a lightning strike. The cornerstone was located on the north side above the so-called “confirmation hall” and served as a reminder of both the lightning strike and the construction of the new parsonage.

Today’s Hüllhorst parsonage is located at Drosselweg 19.

The photo shows the former parsonage as it appeared before World War II. It depicts the south elevation with a view of the old village square; St. Andrew’s Church rises in the background.

The First Hüllhorst Rectory (1710–1887)

From 1710 to 1887, the first Hüllhorst rectory—a small half-timbered house—stood in the area of today’s village square. It served as the pastor’s residence and, at the same time, as an office and workplace for him and his family.

Lightning Strike and Destruction

On Sunday, July 31, 1887, the building was struck by lightning and burned to the ground. At that time, the shell of the new building was already in place. The new parsonage subsequently stood at that location until 2021.

The Memorial Stone as a Reminder

An inscription carved in stone on a memorial stone commemorated the destruction of the old Hüllhorst parsonage. Until 2021, it was located on the north side of the former parsonage and now stands as a memorial on the village square.

“While this building was under construction, the old parsonage, built in 1710, was destroyed by lightning on July 31, 1887. May God protect the new house!”

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