Background Information on the Reformed Churches in the Netherlands (Hervormde Kerk)

The Hervormde Kerk is a Protestant denomination that emerged from the Dutch Reformation in the 16th century. The church has its roots in the Calvinist tradition and is characterized by its emphasis on the authority of Scripture, the sovereignty of God, and the importance of individual salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.

The Hervormde Kerk has a long history in the Netherlands, dating back to the 16th century when it was one of the main Protestant denominations in the country. Today, it is still an important part of Dutch society and culture.

• The term "Hervormde kerk" specifically refers to the Reformed Church in the Netherlands, but the denomination has international connections and is affiliated with other reformed churches around the world.

The Specific Church

The church referred to in the text is located at Driessenweg 10, 7275 AD Gelselaar, Netherlands. The church was built in 1841 on a location where previously stood a chapel that broke away from the mother church in Neede after the Reformation.

1. Due to its poor state, it was decided to build a new church in the 19th century. For this purpose, the church community received funds from the government, making it a waterstaatskerk.

The church has a small tower above the entrance, housing a few bells from around the time of the Reformation. The tower is an inscribed needle spire with a star and a wind vane on top.

The side facades are provided with pointed arch windows. Inside the church, there is still the pulpit from the 17th century.