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News
Congratulations to our Neophytes!
This year we had a record number of RCIA candidates. For six months, they studied and prayed and at the Easter Vigil, 22 people were welcomed into the Catholic Church through the sacrament of Confirmation. Congratulations to our Neophytes. And a big THANK YOU to...
Available for Purchase Now!
Father Sjaak has written a new book entitled, "Humour, Humus, Humility". In it he commemorates his forty years of priesthood through forty humorous stories. Presented in both Dutch and English, it is certainly something worth reading! The book is also available for...
Women’s Retreat in Helvoirt 8-10 May
Emmaus OLV Amsterdam is organizing a retreat for women in Helvoirt in English from 8-10 May. For more information or questions, you can contact Sheila by phone or WhatsApp at 0645 646 948.
COSCom Newsletter- First Quarter 2026
Lent is here- a time for prayer and reflection. There are still a lot of activities going on in our parish. Read all about them in the latest edition of our COSCom newsletter. You can download a pdf copy of the newsletter here. If you are not yet signed up for our...
COS Youth Mass
On 25 January, we celebrated the first Youth Mass of 2026, followed by a second one on 8 February. We encourage our young parishioners to take on more active roles in the Mass as ushers, lectors, musicians, etc. Featured below are our young ushers and lectors (with...
Sponsoring Altar Flowers for a Special Occasion
The Netherlands is well-known for its beautiful flowers, and every Sunday the altar of our church is adorned with a colorful display of fresh blossoms. We tend to take it all for granted, but every week, those vases start out empty. This presents a wonderful...
Volunteer Opportunities
Meals for the Homeless needs volunteers!
Meals for the Homeless volunteers cook and serve a warm 3 course sitdown meal twice a month to 120 homeless people. The meal consists of a starter (salad or soup), a warm main dish (with a vegetarian OPTION) and a nice dessert, followed by coffee/tea and fruit. ...
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 meal consists of a starter (salad or soup), a warm main dish (with a vegetarian version) and a nice dessert, followed by coffee/tea and fruit. For...
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 come from...
Meals for the Homeless needs volunteers!
Meals for the Homeless volunteers cook and serve a warm 3 course sitdown meal twice a month to 120 homeless people. The meal consists of a starter (salad or soup), a warm main dish (with a vegetarian OPTION) and a nice dessert, followed by coffee/tea and fruit. ...
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 meal consists of a starter (salad or soup), a warm main dish (with a vegetarian version) and a nice dessert, followed by coffee/tea and fruit. For...
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...