Parochiecentrum
Parochiecentrum is a term used in Dutch-speaking regions to denote a facility associated with a Christian parish. It is typically a building or complex located near the parish church and used as a hub for religious activities, community services and social life. The parochiecentrum may house meeting rooms, a parish hall, offices, a kitchen, catechesis rooms and facilities for children and youth work. It serves as a base for activities such as catechism classes, prayer meetings, parish councils, youth groups, charity work and cultural events, as well as reception of parish staff and volunteers.
As a practical function, the parochiecentrum acts as an interface between church life and the wider community,
Management and funding are typically handled by the parish administration, often with a board of volunteers
Regional notes: In the Netherlands and Flanders, parochiecentra vary in size and structure. Some are integrated