2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the World War II and commemorates 80 years of freedom. On Remembrance Sunday 9 November Haarlem Church will have a special choral Remembrance Service to celebrate 80 years of freedom, but also to remember all the sacrifices that have been made - and are still being made - by so many so that we are able to live in freedom. Before the service, poppies are available for a donation to the Royal British Legion. The music will include special anthems and hymns fitting for Remembrance.The choir will be singing at the Oosterbeek War Cemetery Remembrance Service in the morning and will then travel back to Haarlem to sing at our own Remembrance Service. The Haarlem Service will therefore be at the later time of 4 pm.The service will be followed by a reception in the Church Room downstairs.
We warmly invite you to a special Choral Evensong at the Anglican Church in Haarlem on Saturday 29 June at 14:30, held at the Anglican Church Haarlem.Evensong is a traditional evening service rooted in the Anglican tradition, featuring scripture, prayer, and sacred music sung by choir. It is a peaceful and reflective way to close the day — whether you're familiar with Anglican worship or simply looking for a quiet spiritual space, you are most welcome.This service will include a special collection for children living in countries affected by war, offering us a moment to respond in both prayer and generosity.Details: 📅 Date: Saturday 29 June 2025 🕔 Time: 14:30 (14:30 PM) 📍 Location: Anglican Church Haarlem, Kinderhuissingel 76, Haarlem 🗣️ Language: English 🎶 Music: Traditional choral setting, sung by choir Whether you're new to Haarlem, visiting, or part of our regular congregation, we would love to welcome you to this meaningful and beautiful service.All are welcome. Come as you are.
Amid great secrecy, this year, on April 25th, our Organist and Director of Music, Martin van Bleek, ended up being one of them. At the 2025 ceremony, for his many achievements in his professional and voluntary roles over more than fifty years, Martin was awarded Ridder van de Orde van Oranje by the Mayor of Haarlem, Jos Wienen, in the Gravenzaal at Haarlem's Stadhuis."Lintjesregen"Ridder - knight - Order of Oranje Nassau - learn more about it hereClick here for further reading
