Find a place to belong
Meet people, explore the faith, pray together or help someone else. Find a first step with a community in and around Amsterdam.
Meet people
Krijtberg
Magis House
Dinner, conversation and prayer for students and young professionals.
The page advertises Saturday gatherings after the 17:15 Mass, in English, with no advance registration. Check for changes before going.
Activity language: English
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- krijtberg.nl/magishouse-every-saturday-evening/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk
Students at OLV
Student chaplaincy with Lectio Divina, adoration, Sycamore and an invitation to Gregorian singing.
The page places Lectio after Sunday Mass at 18:00 and student adoration on Fridays, 18:30–19:30. Contact the community to join or access its group.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- olvkerk.nl/en/community/student-chaplain/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
RK Parochie Emmaüs / Nossa Senhora de Fátima
Portuguese-speaking Fátima community
The Nossa Senhora de Fátima community meets at the Boomkerk and publishes worship and prayer opportunities.
The page lists Sunday Mass at 11:30 and the rosary at 13:00, plus weekday prayer groups. This is a regular pattern without a stated update date; confirm before attending.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.rkamsterdamwest.nl/locaties/fatima · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Explore the faith
Krijtberg
Hop on-hop off: exploring faith
Independent meetings to explore the Catholic faith. Choose the sessions that interest you.
The page lists Mondays, 19:30–21:00, at Singel 448, €5 per session. Booking is required; check the source for available dates.
Published dates
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- krijtberg.nl/geloofscursus-hop-on-hop-off/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Blessed Trinity
Journey in Faith and sacramental preparation
Introduction to the faith for adults, religious education for children and marriage preparation.
Ask the parish about groups and their next start. Current registration dates are not confirmed; the NewsForum reference is not a verified registration route.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.blessedtrinity.nl/religious_education.html · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
De Nieuwe Augustinus
Bible, families and older people in Noord
Shared Bible reading, “60+ Senior en Geloven” gatherings and faith activities for children.
The published pattern places Bible reading on the fourth Wednesday at 19:30 and the 60+ group on the second Wednesday, without a stated time. Children meet on the first and third Sundays. Confirm upcoming dates.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.denieuweaugustinus.nl/leren/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Clara & Franciscus
Old Testament course in Diemen
An eleven-session course exploring the Old Testament. It takes place in Diemen, outside the municipality of Amsterdam.
Advertised from 15 September 2026 to 2 March, Tuesdays 20:00–21:30, Hartveldseweg 32; €25. It has already started: ask whether joining is still possible.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- clarafranciscus.nl/nieuws/cursus-oude-testament/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Plein van Siena
Plein van Siena: culture and spirituality
A spiritual centre supported by the Dominicans, offering Bible, philosophy, art, music and meditation.
Rijnstraat 109. Courses require registration at least three days in advance. Check the programme and each activity’s conditions.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.pleinvansiena.nl/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Pray together
Krijtberg / Ignatiushuis
Ignatian meditation
Meditation and fellowship, also open to first-time visitors.
The published pattern is the first Tuesday of the month: welcome 10:15, meditation 10:30, coffee 11:30, at Beulingstraat 11. No registration; €2.50. Confirm the next date.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- krijtberg.nl/ignatiaanse-meditatiegroep/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Lend a hand
Krijtberg
Living Stones: art and faith
A community of young people sharing faith through church art, prayer, formation and service.
The page describes the group and provides a contact route. No dated upcoming meeting is confirmed.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- krijtberg.nl/living-stones/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Obrechtkerk
Sing and volunteer at Obrecht
The choir welcomes new singers, including beginners. Other roles include visits, coffee, catechesis and preparing celebrations.
The choir invitation mentions Tuesday rehearsals and approaching the choir after Mass. Ask the parish which volunteer roles are currently needed.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.obrechtkerk.nl/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
All Saints Afrikahuis
Welcome and service at All Saints
Ushers welcome people coming to Mass. St Teresa’s Society describes its charity and mission support.
Each group’s own page provides information. To join the welcome ministry, use “Join This Ministry” on the ushers page.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.allsaints-afrikahouse.nl/st-teresa.html · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
- www.allsaints-afrikahouse.nl/ushers.html · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Children and young people
Blessed Trinity
Young people, families and support at Blessed Trinity
Seeds of Hope brings young parishioners together. The parish describes a room for families with small children and support from the Christian Aid Group.
The page invites volunteers and places Christian Aid Group advice after Sunday Masses. Ask about current availability; no upcoming youth meeting is dated.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.blessedtrinity.nl/groups.html · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
De Vier Evangelisten / Pauluskerk
Children’s liturgy at Pauluskerk
A liturgy of the Word adapted for children aged 4 to 12.
The published pattern is the third Sunday of the month, 10:00–11:00, in the Pauluskerk meeting room. Confirm the next gathering with the source.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.devierevangelistenamsterdam.nl/groepen/kindernevendienst/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Find support
Sant’Egidio
Franciscustafel: food and welcome
Meals for homeless people beside Mozes en Aäron, with a route to volunteer with Sant’Egidio.
In Amsterdam, the page lists meals on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 18:00–19:00. These are guest hours; volunteer shifts must be arranged through the organisation’s form.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.santegidio.nl/organisaties/franciscustafel/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
- www.santegidio.nl/vrijwilliger-worden/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
De Nieuwe Augustinus
Learn Dutch and find support in Noord
Dutch lessons open to people of different backgrounds, visits to lonely people and material support from parish charity.
The parish offers contact routes for support, transport to church, Communion at home and volunteering. Availability is arranged directly.
No next date in this agenda; check the source.
Pages from the organisation
- www.denieuweaugustinus.nl/dienen/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Directly from the organisations
Krijtberg
Introduction to the Catholic Faith
The source page has changed. Check the organisation for current information.
Pages from the organisation
- krijtberg.nl/en/introduction-to-the-catholic-faith/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk
Symbolon: Living the Faith
We could not check this information recently. Contact the organisation.
Pages from the organisation
- olvkerk.nl/en/event/symbolon-course-the-faith-of-the-catholic-church/ · Page consulted: Mon 26 Oct
Obrechtkerk / Vredeskerk
Catechesis and teenagers
The source page has changed. Check the organisation for current information.
Pages from the organisation
- www.obrechtkerk.nl/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Sant’Egidio
Prayer with Sant’Egidio
The source page has changed. Check the organisation for current information.
Pages from the organisation
- www.santegidio.nl/gebed/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
RK Parochie Emmaüs / Vincentiuskerk
Read and discuss: Anselm Grün
The source page has changed. Check the organisation for current information.
Pages from the organisation
- www.rkamsterdamwest.nl/activiteiten/leesgroep-in-de-vincentiuskerk-8/10494 · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk
Surinam community at OLV
The source page has changed. Check the organisation for current information.
Pages from the organisation
- olvkerk.nl/en/community/surinam-community/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Polska Parafia Amsterdam
Catechesis for young people and students
The source page has changed. Check the organisation for current information.
Pages from the organisation
- www.polskaparafiaamsterdam.nl/katecheza-dla-mlodziezy-i-studentow-2026-2027/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Casa Migrante
Casa Migrante: support in Spanish
The source page has changed. Check the organisation for current information.
Pages from the organisation
- casamigrante.com/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
- olvkerk.nl/en/community/caritas/ · Page consulted: Tue 3 Nov
Descriptions follow the organisations’ websites. Ask about the next meeting and availability. The language of this page does not necessarily match the language of an activity.