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Hervormde Kerk

Kerkstraat 1, 9989 BJ Warffum, Netherlands

The Hervormde Kerk

The Hervormde Kerk is a church located in Warffum, Groningen, Netherlands. The exact date of the church's construction is unknown, but it was built in 1938.

This neo-Gothic-style church is characterized by its:

  • pointed arches,
  • ribbed vaults,
  • steeply pitched roof.

As a place of worship, the church serves as a hub for religious activities, including:

  1. Sunday services,
  2. baptisms,
  3. weddings,
  4. funerals.

The church is part of the Dutch Reformed Church (Hervormde Kerk), a Protestant denomination that follows the teachings of John Calvin and other Reformers.

The church features:

  • a belltower, which likely serves to announce services, signal important events, or provide a sonic landmark for the community,
  • its polygonal shape and steeply pitched roof give it a distinctive appearance.

Inside the church, one can find:

  • wooden pews,
  • stained glass windows,
  • a large organ.

The churchyard surrounding the building provides a peaceful oasis for reflection and contemplation.

Details

NameHervormde Kerk
City/TownWarffum
ProvinceGroningen
CountryNetherlands
Coordinates53.3920199, 6.5608054
Denomination
Amenityplace of worship
Religionchristian
Year of construction1938
Time period20th century
Architectural styleneo-Gothic