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Keizersgracht 218B / 220, Amsterdam

Mass & sacraments

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What is a catholic mass?

Mass is the central act of worship in the life of a Catholic. Going to Mass is about spending time with God, but also receiving his graces (inner strength to live the Christian life). The name ‘Mass’ comes from the final blessing said by the priest in Latin ‘Ite missa es’ meaning “to send out” as Jesus Christ sent his disciples out to the world to take his teaching to them.

Regular mass schedule

Friday Mass (EN)

  Chapel
10/02/2026
English
Entrance of the chapel is 218B

Monday Mass (NL)

  Chapel
Dutch
Entrance of the chapel is 218B

Tuesday Mass (NL)

  Chapel
Dutch
Entrance of the chapel is 218B

Wednesday Mass (NL)

  Chapel
Dutch
Entrance of the chapel is 218B

Thursday Mass (NL)

  Chapel
Dutch
Entrance of the chapel is 218B

Sunday Mass (IT)

  Chapel
10/02/2026
Italian
Entrance of the chapel is 218B

Sunday High Mass (EN)

  Main church
10/02/2026
English
Music, choir, and communal singing for the younger and families.

Friday Mass (NL)

  Chapel
10/02/2026
Dutch
Entrance of the chapel is 218B

Sunday High Mass (NL)

  Main church
Dutch
Music Polyphonic Chant by Saint Alphonsus Choir.

Saturday Mass (EN)

  Main church
10/02/2026
English
Music by our Saint Alphonsus Choir

What are the sacraments?

The sacraments are central to Catholic life. They are visible signs through which God gives his grace, strengthening believers in their faith and daily lives. Instituted by Jesus Christ, the seven sacraments accompany a person from birth to death, marking key moments of Christian life and drawing the faithful into a deeper relationship with God and the Church.

Eucharistic Adoration

Sometimes, worship is simply being there, without rushing, loving and being loved. Worship is not an escape from the world—it is a preparation to transform the world with God’s love . As we worship Jesus, we are transformed by Him, and then sent to b…

Confession

The Sacrament of Penance, also called Confession or Reconciliation, is the sacrament through which the faithful receive from God the forgiveness of sins committed after Baptism, and are reconciled with the Church.

Baptism

Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua), and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become me…

Confirmation

We support young people and adults preparing for Confirmation, the sacrament that strengthens baptismal grace and calls believers to live and witness their faith through the gift of the Holy Spirit.

Marriage

We want to be of service to a couple to make the time preparing for marriage a very enriching one. Getting married in the Catholic Church requires that at least one of the future spouses is or wants to become Roman Catholic. The period before the bi…

Anointing of the sick

The Anointing of the sick is a sacrament that brings spiritual strength and forgiveness to those who are seriously ill, preparing them to unite their suffering with Christ and, if necessary, to face death with hope.

Funeral

We want to be of service to families during the time of loss, offering prayer, presence, and guidance in preparing a Catholic funeral. In the Catholic Church, a funeral is a moment of faith and hope, where the community entrusts the deceased to God’s…
A faith lived fully, beautifully, and universally

The Beauty of Being Catholic

According to the teaching of the Catholic Church, the beauty of being Catholic lies in a faith that touches every aspect of life. It is a faith that is not only believed but lived—through prayer, community, tradition, and especially the sacraments. In the Catholic understanding, God’s grace is not abstract: it is encountered in concrete signs, in worship, in acts of love, and in the shared life of the Church. This gives believers a sense of belonging and a steady spiritual rhythm that accompanies them through all stages of life.

The Church also speaks of beauty in the universality and continuity of Catholicism. To be Catholic is to be part of a global community, united across cultures and generations by the same faith, teachings, and hope. Rooted in Scripture and apostolic tradition, the Catholic faith offers both depth and stability, inviting each person into a lifelong journey of conversion, compassion, and communion with God and with one another.

Living the Mission

Faith that becomes action in the world

According to the teaching of the Catholic Church, faith naturally leads to responsibility and service. Catholics are called not only to believe, but to act—to care for others, seek justice, and show compassion in concrete ways. Rooted in the Gospel, this mission invites the faithful to reflect Christ’s love through daily choices, generosity, and attention to those in need.

The Vatican emphasizes that this mission is lived within society and culture, not apart from it. Guided by Church teaching and strengthened by prayer, Catholics are encouraged to engage with the world thoughtfully and lovingly. In doing so, faith becomes visible through works of mercy, ethical living, and a commitment to the dignity of every human person.

Ongoing campaigns

Organ renovation
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