NEWS & UPDATES
The Filipino Catholic Community of Gouda (FCC-Gouda) & Surroundings is a community of believers with a vision of a world having one heart, one soul, compassionate in deeds and service, all united by the love of Jesus Christ. It is our mission to build a strong foundation, grow and enrich the worship life of the Filipino Community and fellow Christians.

Food for the soul: Step out of your comfort zone
Staying in the comfort zone denies you the opportunity to explore and discover the opportunities inherent in challenging situations. https://youtu.be/Ow0_oGKrBOY
Food for the soul series on appreciation by Fr Marcel
Appreciation brings out the best in you, endears you to people while motivating others to more positive actions. To learn more, you wil hear more from Father Marcel Uzoigwe on the WHY and HOW. THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING APPRECIATIVE https://youtu.be/vUfyf0x8UIM 2. LOVING...

Food for the soul series on forgiveness by Fr. Marcel
“Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” Ephesians 4:31-32

Six children receive their first Holy Communion
By Father Marcel Uzoigwe, CSSp The Filipino Catholic Community of Gouda and Its Surroundings (FCC Gouda) had the privilege to celebrate the first Holy Communion of their children on the 25th October 2020 at the O.L.V. Hemelvaartkerk in Gouda. The build-up to this...

Holy Retreat successfully held in Gouda
By Maria Lovella Modillas September 5, 2020 marked another successful occassion for members of our Catholic Community in Gouda! The community has successfully held its second Holy Retreat despite setbacks caused by COVID-19 restrictions. This time. Rev. Fr. John...