During Lent we usually have a fundraising campaign for an outside charity, as a token of our solidarity with those in need. For our Lenten activity this year, besides prayer and fasting, we would like to focus on a “COS Got Talent” campaign. This idea was...

Meals for the Homeless project

Meals for the Homeless cooks and serves a warm 3-course sitdown meal twice a month to 120 homeless people. The meals consist of a starter (salad or soup), a warm main dish and a nice dessert, followed by coffee/tea and fruit. For special occasions like Christmas,...

Any child who has received the sacraments of baptism and First Holy Communion in the Catholic Churchcan be an altar server. It is a great opportunity for them to grow in their faith and become more active inthe Church. Just as you involve your child in activities at...

Looking for volunteers for the sick and homeless in The Hague

Respijthuis House Martin is a place where homeless people can stay for a short time to recover from an illness or for rehabilitation after a hospitalization. They are looking for volunteers who are available at least once a week to help with administration, shopping...

50th Praatcafé

On Monday, 5 September the COS Praatcafé was held for the 50th time! The Praatcafé was an initiative of the Justice and Peace group’s refugee project to provide an informal setting where status holders can practice their Dutch conversation skills. Our guests...

Church Cleaning looking for Volunteers

There are many rewards and benefits when you join this ministry.  The beautiful Church of Our Saviour is our faith home. Over the years, several people have shared that the time spent in cleaning, allows a special connection to our Lord in prayer and service. This is...