Vredeskerk Church, Delft

The Vredeskerk, also known as the Church of Peace or the Church of the Most Holy Sacrament, is a remarkable Roman Catholic parish church located in the Wippolder district of Delft. Part of the Sint Ursula parish, this historic church stands prominently at the intersection of Nassaulaan and Julianalaan (Poortlandplein), welcoming visitors with its distinctive inscription of the word “peace” above the entrance-a lasting symbol from the Peace Week of 1974.

Designed by architects H. Thunnissen, J.H. Hendricks, and Th. Van Rossum, the Vredeskerk was constructed between 1938 and 1940. Although the parish dates back to 1919, its first home was an emergency church on Simonsstraat. The current building was completed just as World War II began, and in the aftermath of the Rotterdam bombing, its consecration was hastened to provide a refuge for displaced residents.

Beyond its wartime history, the church continues to embody a spirit of community and care. Since 2008, the Dominican Sisters of Bethany have resided in the presbytery, fostering the Saint Dominic community. The former temporary church has taken on new roles over the decades, first as a school and now as a gymnasium, reflecting the evolving life of the neighborhood.

Declared a national monument in 2002, the Vredeskerk stands as a place of heritage, faith, and remembrance. Visitors who come to admire its architecture, learn its history, or simply pause for a moment of reflection will find it a peaceful and meaningful stop on any visit to Delft.