Welcome to the website of the English-Speaking
International Roman Catholic Community of Rotterdam!
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Next Mass
Sunday 1st March 2020
11.30 a.m. 1st Sunday of Lent. Ashes will be distributed during Mass. Location: Frankeland Care Home Sint Liduinastraat 10 3117 CS Schiedam Celebrant Priest: Fr. Jan Click here for next Sunday's Mass Readings |
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The Holy Mass in English is usually celebrated every Sunday, 11.30am for the R.C. Church of Christ Our Reedemer in Schiedam (near Rotterdam) by one of our regular priests.
Mass is always followed by a get-together with snacks in the community room (click here for details!) On this website you will find some basic information about our community as well as information of our ongoing activities. For more information about our history, click here. |
Benvenidos!
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Bienvenue!
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Fogadtatás!
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Maligayang Pagdating!
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We have received the following information from the Diocese of Rotterdam concerning the corona virus:
Occasionally questions arise as to whether parishes should take action because of the new corona virus.
These questions are understandable. Many people are worried. We have therefore sought advice and received the following answer:
No measures are needed at this time. If churchgoers in parishes are used to shaking hands with each other in wishing peace, then that is also possible now.
It is important for everyone to follow standard measures that apply to all viruses that can cause flu and cold, such as good hand hygiene, coughing and sneezing in your elbow, paper handkerchief.
In the Netherlands, the situation surrounding the corona virus is closely monitored by the Municipal Health Services (GGDs) and RIVM (National Institute for Public Health and the Environment).
Every GGD follows the national guidelines of the RIVM and keeps doctors in its area informed.
If a doctor suspects a coronavirus infection in a patient, a protocol comes into effect and tests are carried out at RIVM and at Erasmus MC. At present, no patient is infected with the corona virus in the Netherlands. This can of course change, and then measures and advice will be made public. There are plans for that.
More information and answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the RIVM website, www.rivm.nl
Occasionally questions arise as to whether parishes should take action because of the new corona virus.
These questions are understandable. Many people are worried. We have therefore sought advice and received the following answer:
No measures are needed at this time. If churchgoers in parishes are used to shaking hands with each other in wishing peace, then that is also possible now.
It is important for everyone to follow standard measures that apply to all viruses that can cause flu and cold, such as good hand hygiene, coughing and sneezing in your elbow, paper handkerchief.
In the Netherlands, the situation surrounding the corona virus is closely monitored by the Municipal Health Services (GGDs) and RIVM (National Institute for Public Health and the Environment).
Every GGD follows the national guidelines of the RIVM and keeps doctors in its area informed.
If a doctor suspects a coronavirus infection in a patient, a protocol comes into effect and tests are carried out at RIVM and at Erasmus MC. At present, no patient is infected with the corona virus in the Netherlands. This can of course change, and then measures and advice will be made public. There are plans for that.
More information and answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the RIVM website, www.rivm.nl
Pray With The Pope, From Your iPhone, Tablet or Smartphone
"The Internet and social media are a resource of our time," the pope said from a balcony overlooking St. Peter's Square while pointing to a tablet. He was explaining that the Vatican has provided a special App called “Click to pray”.
Pope Francis said that he would insert the intentions and the prayer requests for the mission of the Church here so anyone who wants to join in can use the App. The pope approves of modern technology and calls the Web "a gift from God." Now he's given his followers a convenient way to turn on their smart devices and see what the leader of the Catholic Church is praying for at any given time.
The pope would like us to "Pray every day", to "Pray together with others" and "Give to the community."
Pope Francis specifically asks young people to download the app since he would really love to make the Church relevant for younger generations as the proportion of Catholics declines across the world.
Pope Francis said that he would insert the intentions and the prayer requests for the mission of the Church here so anyone who wants to join in can use the App. The pope approves of modern technology and calls the Web "a gift from God." Now he's given his followers a convenient way to turn on their smart devices and see what the leader of the Catholic Church is praying for at any given time.
The pope would like us to "Pray every day", to "Pray together with others" and "Give to the community."
Pope Francis specifically asks young people to download the app since he would really love to make the Church relevant for younger generations as the proportion of Catholics declines across the world.
Volunteers Required
Some of our volunteers have returned to their homeland so we now need new volunteers to replace them. If you can spare fifteen minutes before and after Mass each Sunday, we would be very grateful.
The work involves preparing the chapel before Mass such as moving chairs around then returning everything to its place afterwards or helping with the catering by setting up the recreational area, serving tea/coffee then clearing up afterwards.
Please contact Aurora or Terry if you think that you can help.
The work involves preparing the chapel before Mass such as moving chairs around then returning everything to its place afterwards or helping with the catering by setting up the recreational area, serving tea/coffee then clearing up afterwards.
Please contact Aurora or Terry if you think that you can help.
The Religious Order of Our Priests
Our priests have the letters SVD after their names to indicate their religious order. The name SVD is derived from the Latin ‘Societas Verbi Divini’, which means Society of the Divine Word. The SVD religious order was founded in 1875 by Arnold Janssen at Steyl in the Netherlands and is an international missionary congregation of priests and brothers from 70 countries, each one with his own culture and tradition.
In the Netherlands, there are communities in Amsterdam, Nieuwegein, Schiedam, Teteringen and The Hague and we are lucky enough to have a priest assigned to us for Mass in English each Sunday.
Click here for more information about SVD in the Netherlands and Belgium
In the Netherlands, there are communities in Amsterdam, Nieuwegein, Schiedam, Teteringen and The Hague and we are lucky enough to have a priest assigned to us for Mass in English each Sunday.
Click here for more information about SVD in the Netherlands and Belgium
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First Communion On Sunday 9th December 2018, one of our adult parishioners celebrated her Confirmation and First Holy Communion in our community . We welcome her to our community. Click here to view the pictures of ceremonies within our community! |
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Looking for something to do in the Rotterdam area? Check out these web sites.
Rotterdam Tourist Information... Events...
God has created the human body as a fantastic machine which performs amazing feats every day and depends on all the individual parts working together.
During a visit to Corpus on the outskirts of Leiden, you can experience a spectacular ‘journey through the human body’ and appreciate what a wonderful creation we all are and how unique.
The journey begins at the knee and works its way up through the body to the brain. You experience being inside the womb, how the lungs, heart, kidneys, bowels, nose, eyes, ears and mouth work and how they interact with the brain. Everything is simply explained with not too much detail and sometimes with the use of 3D spectacles. Worth a visit.
Click here for more info..
Note: Visits are in groups which are allocated time slots so you have to book a time slot before going.
Viva Papa Francesco !
On the sixth Easter of his Pontificate, Pope Francis gave his Easter blessing ('Ubi et Orbi') to the city and to the world.
“Today we implore fruits of peace upon the entire world, beginning with the beloved and long-suffering land of Syria, whose people are worn down by an apparently endless war,” he said.
“This Easter, may the light of the risen Christ illumine the consciences of all political and military leaders, so that a swift end may be brought to the carnage in course, that humanitarian law may be respected and that provisions be made to facilitate access to the aid so urgently needed by our brothers and sisters, while also ensuring fitting conditions for the return of the displaced,” the pope said.
He also thanked the people of the Netherlands for the lovely flowers which are donated each year.
Click here for more of the pope's messages
Weekday Mass in Rotterdam
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H. H. Laurentius and Elizabeth Cathedral
The H. H. Laurentius and Elizabeth Cathedral celebrates daily Mass in DUTCH. Mass: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday : 9.30 am Eucharistic Adoration: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday : from 10.00 am to 8.00 pm Rosary: Monday : 9.00 am Website: www.kathedraalrotterdam.nl Email: kathedraalrotterdam@planet.nl Phone: 010 477 2752 Address: Mathenesserlaan 305, Rotterdam |
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Missionaries of Charity from Mother Theresa
The Missionnaries of Charity in Rotterdam have a celebration of daily Mass in ENGLISH. Mass: Monday: 8.15 am Tuesday: 7.45 am Wednesday: 7.45 am Saturday: 8.00 am Vespers: Every Day : 5.30 pm Eucharistic Adoration: Every Day : from 6.00 pm to 7.00 pm Website: http://www.kathedraalrotterdam.nl/index.php/nieuws/254-van-de-zusters-van-moeder-teresa Phone: 010 477 36 11 Address: 's Gravendijkwal 13, Rotterdam |
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Check this page for the list of all Roman Catholic Parishes in the Netherlands (in Dutch)
Click here for a list of Religious Services in English in the Netherlands
