SKIN-Rotterdam regularly is asked to participate in research regarding Christian migrant communities in the Netherlands. We think this research is very important, but we also see that many churches are in danger of becoming somewhat “research tired”. Therefore, a statement has been drawn up to ask researchers to take this into account. Bottom line of the…
The coalition Samen Kerk = Samen Sterk supported by Connecting Churches, Kerk in Actie and the Dutch Council of Churches organised a National week of prayer against the spread and consequences of the Corona crisis 1-7 November 2020. As churches we want to take our responsibility and call on everyone to observe the RIVM measures. As…
As of March 2020, the coalition Samen Kerk = Samen Sterk, of which SKIN-Rotterdam is part, started the corona emergency fund for international and migrant churches. We have now been able to process a first and second round of applications. It is clear that the situation will take some time. The coalition Samen Kerk =…
As a church you are of great importance in the practical and spiritual support of people in these difficult times. Do you have many families in your church who got into trouble because of the corona crisis? Would you like your church to do something for people to alleviate the suffering, for example with a…
Our colleague Harm van Schie has made a video with alternative ways of worship now that singing together is strongly discouraged due to the rising corona numbers. In the video a number of examples (the video was made when the church was still able to meet with more than 30 people).
The law regarding the Donor Register changed on 1 July 2020. In the new Donor Register, you will be able to state whether or not you wish your organs and body tissues to be given to a patient after your death. This could include your kidney, lungs or skin. If you do not register a…
Injustice and exclusion based on origin creeps under the skin and hurts. This applies to the brutal excesses such as the death of George Floyd, but also to the implicit and subtle discrimination that people experience every day in the Netherlands. SKIN-Rotterdam remains committed to the people of the international churches. That they are not…
What is the Languageplan project about? With Languageplan, SKIN-Rotterdam connects volunteer language teachers and language buddies with people who want to improve their Dutch. This informal language education takes place in familiar settings, often within religious communities, where people feel safe to learn and practice. What we will be doing in 2026: Religious communities that…
What is the Child Raising Support project about? Through Child Raising Support, SKIN-Rotterdam contributes to healthy families within Christian international communities. We strengthen families in their relationships and parenting and support communities in providing a stable and safe foundation for this. After all, healthy families form the foundation of strong communities, and vice versa. Why…
The project Krachtig Verbonden (Powerfully Connected) focuses on the heart of SKIN-Rotterdam’s mission and aims at empowering Christian international communities to be of value in the Dutch society by stimulating, activating and equipping pastors and (potential) leaders, developing leadership and connecting the communities with each other and with their environment. We do this by: Strengthening…