Open House Day at the Ev. Family Centers Sonnenstrahl and Matthäus: Family Time in Gelsenkirchen

A cheerful family day full of insights, play, and encounters

On the open house day at the Ev. Family Centers Sonnenstrahl and Matthäus, families will discover a place where children's laughter, educational support, and shared experiences come together on September 26, 2026. The evangelical family centers invite you to get to know the spaces, engage in conversation with professionals, and experience the atmosphere of a family-friendly institution in a relaxed manner. In Gelsenkirchen, family centers are precisely designed for this purpose: they connect care, children's activities, family education, and counseling for everyday life with children. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Bildung/Ausserschulische_Bildung/Familienzentren/index.aspx?utm_source=openai))

Discovering playfully what makes family centers strong

For children, there will be play and activity offerings that spark curiosity and make the institution experienceable with all senses. At the same time, parents gain insights into educational work and the support of families in different life situations. This creates orientation, trust, and a child-friendly learning experience in a protected environment. The family center Sonnenstrahl is located at Haunerfeldstraße 2 in Gelsenkirchen; the integrated family center Matthäus is closely associated with Sonnenstrahl according to the council proposal. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/bildung/ausserschulische_bildung/familienzentren/karte_familienzentren_in_kitas.aspx))

Education that benefits families

The Gelsenkirchen family centers stand for education, counseling, and encounters. This is precisely where their value for families lies: children experience age-appropriate stimuli, and adults receive answers to important questions about care, development, and support. The open nature of the day allows people to get to know the institution without pressure and develop a sense of safety, structure, and community. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Bildung/Ausserschulische_Bildung/Familienzentren/index.aspx?utm_source=openai))

Calm start for little visitors

The morning appointment is particularly suitable for families who appreciate a calm and manageable environment. The address Haunerfeldstraße 2 is located in a Gelsenkirchen district with good connections to the urban family center structure; the family center is registered as a day-care facility for children. For families, this means: short distances, clear contacts, and direct access to information on site. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/bildung/ausserschulische_bildung/familienzentren/karte_familienzentren_in_kitas.aspx))

Encounters with professionals and a behind-the-scenes look

Conversations with staff, insights into spaces and offerings, as well as the opportunity to get to know the educational profile of the two institutions better are the focus. This mixture of openness, information, and participatory moments makes the family day attractive for parents, grandparents, and children alike. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Bildung/Ausserschulische_Bildung/Familienzentren/index.aspx?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: Families can look forward to a friendly, free morning with games, conversations, and real insights into the work of two evangelical family centers. Those interested in a loving, everyday-oriented place for children will find an ideal start here. It's best to come by live and feel the atmosphere yourself. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Bildung/Ausserschulische_Bildung/Familienzentren/index.aspx?utm_source=openai))

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Sources:

• City of Gelsenkirchen - Family Centers
• City of Gelsenkirchen - Map of Family Centers in Daycares
• Evangelical Church in Gelsenkirchen and Wattenscheid - Homepage
• Ev. Church Community Gelsenkirchen-Nord - Churches and Community Centers
• Council Information Gelsenkirchen - Decision Template for the Integrated Family Center Matthäus and Sonnenstrahl