An independent, Scripture-based look at the Netherlands Reformed Church (NRC)
This is not an official website of the Netherlands Reformed Congregations.
Where to start
New to the NRC?
Start with what the NRC officially believes, then how those beliefs are applied.
Grew up in the NRC, or have questions?
Practical, Scripture-based help for those looking for answers.
Classic writings
Timeless writing on the difference between true and false faith.
Further reading
Recommended books, letters from readers, and a directory of congregations.
Greetings in Jesus name!
The Netherlands Reformed Church (NRC) is a small denomination consisting of 25 North American and 100+ Holland congregations. There are some aspects of this denomination that are healthy but there are also some very unhealthy, and even dangerous characteristics that greatly hinder the growth of a God glorifying, Holy Spirit filled church.
The Reformed Congregation of North America (RCNA) has fewer congregations in Canada, but is very similar to the NRC due to their common background and history.
It is my prayer to the Lord that this web site will be a helpful resource for:
- Those who have had little or no prior exposure to the NRC (or RCNA) and are trying to understand it in light of Scripture for the first time.
- Those who have been attending an NRC (or RCNA) church for many years (and perhaps have grown up in it) but do not know where to turn to find answers to questions that may have risen in their minds.
The purpose of this website is to aid both groups of people in their search for the Truth.
“Most assuredly, I say to you, he who does not enter the sheepfold by the door, but climbs up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. But he who enters by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. To him the doorkeeper opens, and the sheep hear his voice; and he calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. And when he brings out his own sheep, he goes before them; and the sheep follow him, for they know his voice. Yet they will by no means follow a stranger, but will flee from him, for they do not know the voice of strangers.”
Recently added
- Books & Resources: Salvation Has Become Complicated by Johan Blauuwendraad, and Yes, But… Questions, Excuses, and Objections That Hold Us Back from Faith in Christ.
- NRC Churches: the directory has been updated with current addresses and church websites (September 2026).
If you wish to share your thoughts or experiences with the NRC, please write to me. My email address is on the About the Author page.