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The Parish is enriched by the time and talents invested by our volunteers, and we are grateful for this gift. If you haven’t done so yet please familiarize yourself with the various groups and give a serious thought about joining them. New volunteers to bring fresh energy and new ideas are always welcomed with joy!
News
Easter Sunday Mass Homily
Our heartfelt apologies to our online parishioners for the poor sound quality during the Easter Sunday Mass. Below is the text of Fr. Sjaak's homily, also available for download here. Easter 2025 On this Easter day we all gather for a message of hope, even when reason...
Pope Francis 1936 – 2025
Our parish joins with millions of believers in the worldwide church in praying for the repose of the soul of our Holy Father, Pope Francis, who passed away early in the morning on Easter Monday. His death was announced by the Vatican with the following statement:...
Memories of Fr. Sjaak’s 65th Birthday
On Sunday, 7 April, after the evening Mass, our parish celebrated the 65th birthday of Fr. Sjaak. Early April is also the birthday of Vivien, the Leader and Chief Conductor of our COS Music Ministry, and of Kyle, our Parish Assistant. After the evening Mass, there was...
COSCom Newsletter- 2nd Quarter 2025
Spring is in full bloom and the 2nd quarter 2025 edition of COSCom, our quarterly digital newsletter, is now available. You can download a pdf copy of the newsletter here. If you are not yet signed up for our mailing list and would prefer to get a digital copy of the...
Visit to the Vatican
On Tuesday 18 March, Fr. Ad van der Helm and Fr. Sjaak had a 75-minute private audience with the Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Parolin. They talked about an alternative plan to prevent the rapid closure and sale of churches in The Netherlands. Through...
Soul Kitchen Iftar Meal
On 23 March, the Justice & Peace Group, ably helped by our Confirmation teens, sponsored a dinner for refugee teens. The Iftar meal was organized to break the fast with our Muslim friends. It was a beautiful evening of solidarity.
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...