De Hoeksteen

De Hoeksteen is a church located in Capelle aan den IJssel, Netherlands, situated on Rivierweg 15, 2903 AJ Capelle aan den IJssel, Netherlands.

The church's full name is "De Hoeksteen Evangeliecentrum", which translates to "The Cornerstone Evangelical Center". It was founded in 1979 as an independent evangelical church.

• The name "De Hoeksteen" means "The Cornerstone", symbolizing the importance of Jesus Christ as the foundation of the church.
• The church has grown over the years and now serves around 1,000 members. Its services are conducted primarily in Dutch, with occasional English language services.

1. From an architectural perspective, De Hoeksteen is a modern-style church building designed to accommodate its growing congregation.
2. The building features a simple yet elegant design, with a striking glass façade that allows natural light to flood the interior. The church has a seating capacity of around 500 people and includes various amenities such as a nursery, Sunday school classrooms, and a fellowship hall.

It's worth noting that while De Hoeksteen is an independent church, it remains part of the broader Christian community in the Netherlands and engages with other churches and organizations to further its mission and values.