On Pentecost Sunday, the Jesuits, together with around 180 guests, bid farewell to the Lassalle-Haus in Bad Schönbrunn. The day began with the celebration of the Eucharist, during which Fr Thomas Hollweck SJ, Provincial of the Jesuits in Central Europe, delivered the homily. He reflected on the many years of collaboration between the Jesuits and the numerous staff members and companions who have contributed to the mission of the house. He paid tribute to the Lassalle-Haus as a centre of spirituality, dialogue and responsibility—a place where people could seek and find God in all things, and where interreligious and ecumenical encounters were fostered.

A reception following the Mass provided an opportunity for guests to meet and exchange memories. A look back at the history of the Lassalle-Haus, together with greetings from representatives of the Church and public life, highlighted the house's role in connecting generations and its broad educational mission. Students from the Berlin University of the Arts presented the short film Everything Has Its Time.

Continuing the Mission in New Ways

The Jesuits in Switzerland are committed to carrying forward the core values and inspiration of their work in Bad Schönbrunn through new formats and in different locations. Courses, programmes and events reflecting this mission are already available on the new digital platform of the Swiss Jesuits.

The hotel and catering operations of the Lassalle-Haus had already ceased at the end of June 2025, as the centre had been operating at a financial deficit for several years. Despite every effort to develop a suitable and contemporary programme of courses, demand was not sufficient to ensure the sustainable operation of such a large facility. The resources previously dedicated to maintaining the Lassalle-Haus can now be redirected towards new initiatives of the Society of Jesus.

The property in Bad Schönbrunn is to be sold. In cooperation with partners specialising in the management of heritage and institutional properties, the Jesuits are preparing a process that will respect both their responsibility towards the charitable association that owns the property and the spiritual heritage of the Lassalle-Haus.