Order-wide Events
“The state that everyone wanted in the end”
25 September 2024, Start: 7.00 pm
Order Residence, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
Participation also possible online via Zoom
The Committee of Honorary Knights will focus on the recently published book ‘The state that everyone wanted in the end’. The book is about the political role and vision of Engelbert Dollfuß, whose assassination by the Nazis was commemorated for the 90th time at the end of July. As Federal Chancellor, he fought against the general depression following the lost war and the growing desire of politicians and large sections of the population to join the ‘big brother’ Germany. He, however, believed in Austria and in the country’s ability to maintain its independence, even though it did not yet feel like a nation at the time. A personality who continues to polarise opinion.
We are therefore delighted to welcome the author of the book, historian Dr. Hannes Kammerstätter, who opens up surprising new perspectives on Chancellor Dollfuß in his work, to this important and often ideologically distorted chapter of Austrian history. The forewords to his book were written by the Chairman of our Knights of Honour, former Governor of Salzburg Univ. Prof. Dr. Franz Schausberger and Knight of Honour and former President of the Salzburg Parliament Ing. Hans Penz, who will both be present and discuss the book with us.
Registration to kanzleramt@georgsorden.eu
Solemn Mass Blessed Emperor Karl I.
3 October 2024, Solemn mass: 6.00 pm
Salesian Church, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
On 3 October 2004, Saint Pope John Paul II solemnly beatified Emperor Karl I. Exactly 20 years to the day later, a solemn mass will be held in the Salesian Church on Rennweg in Vienna under the aegis of the Order of St. George, in which, in addition to our Grand Master Archduke Karl, numerous organisations close to the Archducal house will also take part.
We are particularly pleased that the internationally renowned expert on Emperor Karl and delegate of the Emperor Karl Prayer League in the United States of America, Suzanne Pearson, will be giving a keynote speech at this event.
Details and the programme can be found in the invitation below.
Dress code for Dames and Knights of the Order: full ornate with neck cross or mesh and gloves as for the investitures.
Registration by 30 September 2024 to kanzleramt@georgsorden.eu
Order Day
12 October 2024, Festive Mass: 10.00 am
Salesian Church, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
At the annual Order Day, new Dames and Knights are admitted to the Order by the Grand Master HIRH Karl von Habsburg at a ceremonial investiture following the festive mass.
Details and the schedule can be found in the Chancellor’s Message and the attached invitation.
Registration takes place via the ticket link according to the Chancellor’s message.
Book presentation
17 October 2024, Start: 7.00 pm
Order Residence, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
The Order Academy is hosting a lecture on Cajetan von Felder, who was mayor of Vienna, land marshal of Lower Austria, an explorer and much more. Vice-Chancellor Mag. Gerald Ebinger, who has written a book about this versatile and interesting personality, will give an insight into the man, the politician, the internationally recognised entomologist, hist work and legacy.
The focus of the liberal-minded mayor’s term in office was primarily the development of a metropolitan system for the imperial capital and residence city. Examples of Felder’s municipal policies include the construction of the town hall on the Glacis in Josefstadt and the projects for the Central Cemetery and the 1873 World’s Fair. However, the lawyer also made a name for himself as a linguist, scholar and portrait collector.
Registration by 14 October 2024 to kanzleramt@georgsorden.eu
Cross-Commandery Events
23 September 2024
Building sustainable bridges between economy and ecology
Viennese Commanderies
Order Residence, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
Start: 7 pm
Justus Reichl will be responsible for the WKÖ’s sustainability strategy, a further education campaign and initiating the broadest possible public discourse on the topic of sustainability and entrepreneurship.
The former Raiffeisen manager with degrees in theology and economics explains his new role: ‘Progress in the sense of a good, successful future requires sustainable bridges between economy and ecology – always with a keen eye on social issues. Only by working together can we achieve greater prosperity and quality of life – and thus also political stability. As a special representative of the WKÖ, I will be a strong voice for sustainable entrepreneurship based on an economic, ecological and social balance!’
Lecturer: Mag. theol. Justus Reichl, MBA
Contact person: Patrick Lichtblau under patrick@silversurfer.at
Registration until 20 September 2024 to ewald.laister@gmail.com
9 October 2024
1st Media Cocktail: Do our newspapers keep up with the times?
Order Academy
VÖZ, Schottenring 12, 1010 Vienna, Austria
Start: 7 pm
The Order Academy invites you to the 1st Media Cocktail on the topic ‘Do our newspapers keep up with the times? On the current situation and future of the print media in Austria’.
Order Knight Gerald Grünberger, Managing Director of the Association of Austrian Newspapers (VÖZ), will host the event on the premises of the VÖZ and gives a short keynote speech and kindly invites to drinks and a small buffet.
Maximum number of participants: 30 people
Registration by 6 October 2024 to kanzleramt@georgsorden.eu
19 October 2024
EXTERNAL EVENT: World Heritage Site Semmering Railway
Franz-Josefs-railway station, Platform 4, Julius Tandler Platz 3, 1090 Vienna, Austria
Departure: 10.30 am
On the occasion of his 75th birthday, Order Knight Gottfried Rieck is organising a special trip on his Majestic Imperator Train de Luxe at very special conditions for Order members.
Along the legendary southern railway line of Carl Ritter von Ghega, this varied journey leads over impressive viaducts from Vienna directly to the Semmering World Heritage Site.
A musical greeting awaits you on the Mürzzuschlag platform before you visit the historic Südbahn Museum. After around 2 hours, you can end the day in the luxurious carriages of the Majestic Imperator Train.
All details on journey times, inclusive services and contact details can be found in the invitation below.
Special price for members of the Order: 175,00 Euro (instead of 328,00 Euro)
Contact person: Gottfried Rieck
Registration to majestic-rieck@chello.at
13 November 2024
Symposium: Courage for Responsibility – Towards a Safe and Hopeful Future
Commandery Niederlande and Order Academy
Grand Hotel Karel V., Anna von Oostenrijk Room, Geertebolwerk 1, 3511 XA Utrecht, Netherlands
Start: 7.00 pm
In addition to Procurator Baron Vinzenz von Stimpfl-Abele, Honorary Knight Prof. Dr Peter Balkenende (former Prime Minister of the Netherlands) and Ed Kronenburg (former Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands) will give keynote speeches on the theme of the year. The event will also be broadcast via Zoom. When registering, please indicate whether you wish to participate on site or online.
The programme and all details can be found in the invitation below.
Contribution towards costs: 25,00 Euro
Maximum number of participants: 25 people on site
Language: English
Registration by 6 November 2024 to kanzleramt@georgsorden.eu
Commandery Events
25 September 2024
An experience with animals on the Sonnenkogl
Dames of the Order of St. George
Sonnenkogl, 3062 Kirchstetten, Austria
Start: 2.00 pm
Dames and Knights of the Order support St Carolusheim on the senior citizens’ visit to the Sonnenkogl in Kirchstetten.
Contact person: Marina Huller
Registration by 5 September 2024 to nini.huller@gmail.com
21 October 2024
Values and sustainability
Commandery Wien – Schönbrunn
Order Residence, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
Start: 7.00 pm
DI Helmut Schwarzl, Managing Director of Geberit, will speak on topics relating to values and sustainability. Food and drinks will be provided, this time including a tasting of two champagnes from Burde Weincomptoir.
Contact person: Commander Mag. Thomas Baumgartner
Registration to baumgartner@benedicon.com
7 November 2024
Commandery meeting with lecture
Commandery Steiermark/Kärnten
Hotel Mariahilf, Mariahilferstraße 9, 8020 Graz, Austria
Start: 6.00 pm
Commander Mag. Andreas Schwarz, MBA, invites to a Commandery meeting with a lecture and subsequent discussion.
Contact person: Commander Mag. Andreas Schwarz, MBA
Registration by 1 November 2024 to sgo.komturei.stmk.ktn@gmail.com
11 November 2024
Direct democracy through the ages
Commandery Wien – Schönbrunn
Order Residence, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
Start: 7.00 pm
Honorary Knight Mag. Herbert Haupt will speak on the subject of ‘Direct democracy through the ages’. Food and drinks will be provided.
Contact person: Commander Mag. Thomas Baumgartner
Registration to baumgartner@benedicon.com
12 November 2024
Commandery evening
Commandery Wien – Schloss Belvedere
Belle Eremitage, Matthäusgasse 9/6, 1030 Vienna, Austria
Start: 6.30 pm
Commander KR Mag. Nikolai de Arnoldi invites to a convivial Commandery evening where the focus is on exchanging ideas as well as information for the coming year.
Contact person: Commander KR Mag. Nikolai de Arnoldi
Registration by 10 November 2024 to belvedere@de-arnoldi.eu
23 November 2024
Commandery evening
Commandery Salzburg/Oberösterreich/Bayern – Hohensalzburg
Hotel Friesacher, Hellbrunner Straße 17, 5081 Anif, Austria
Start: 5.00 pm
Commander DI Dr. Wilhelm von Zitzewitz invites to the commandery evening with a review of the year and a look ahead in the presence of the Procurator Baron Vinzen von Stimpfl-Abele and his wife, the President of the Dames Baroness Mag. Gabriela von Stimpfl-Abele.
In the afternoon, a visit to the Christmas market on Salzburg Cathedral Square is planned.
Contact person: Commander DI Dr. Wilhelm von Zitzewitz
Registration by 15 November 2024 to vonzitzewitzw@gmail.com