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Verbindingskerk

Eperweg 34a, 8181 EW Heerde, Netherlands

The Verbindingskerk

The Verbindingskerk is a church located in Heerde, Netherlands. The church was built in the late 19th century as a small chapel to serve the growing population of Heerde.

It was designed by architect A.A. Jonker in a neo-Gothic style, with a simple yet elegant design. Over the years, the church has undergone several renovations and expansions, including the addition of a tower in 1925.

The Verbindingskerk is a small, rectangular building with a gabled roof and a narrow bell tower to the left side.

The exterior walls are made of brick, with a mixture of smooth and rough surfaces, giving it a unique texture. The entrance is marked by a pointed archway, which leads into a simple nave with wooden pews.

  • A vaulted ceiling
  • An ornate wooden pulpit
  • Stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Bible
  1. The church holds significant cultural and historical value for the community of Heerde.
  2. As one of the oldest churches in the region, it has played an important role in the town's spiritual life.
  3. It has hosted numerous weddings, baptisms, and funerals over the years.

Today, the Verbindingskerk continues to serve as a place of worship and community gathering, offering regular services and special events throughout the year.

Details

NameVerbindingskerk
City/TownHeerde
ProvinceGelderland
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates52.3821728, 6.0328627
Denominationreformed
Amenityplace of worship
Religionchristian
OperatorNederlandse Gereformeerde Kerken (NGK)
Year of construction1890
Time periodlate 19th century
Architectural styleneo-Gothic
ArchitectA.A. Jonker
Patronunknown
Websitehttps://www.verbindingskerk.nl/