Overview

Leadership and Mission: Forward Together

General Information

Basic Information

Name: De Oase Venray
RSIN: 818979227
IBAN: NL76 INGB 0006219844
Chamber of Commerce (KVK): 14127002
Physical Address: Kruidenlaan 161, 5803 BV Venray
Phone Number: 06-45492705
Email: hallo@deoasevenray.nl

Board & Policy

Leadership and Vision

Composition of the Board
De Oase Venray is led by the leadership team consisting of elders, supported by three deacons: the treasurer, the secretary, and a deacon for outreach. The elders are elected by and from the members of the congregation for a term of 4 years.

Objective and Vision
The congregation aims to:

  • Be an evangelical church in Venray and its surroundings;
  • Provide mutual care for one another;
  • Make Jesus Christ known to those who do not yet know Him;
  • Guide the spiritual growth of the congregation to spiritual maturity, equipping the congregation for service;
  • Collectively glorify God in public gatherings.

The vision is that individuals and society as a whole discover the purpose of life by knowing and acknowledging God as the creator of heaven and earth, drawing joy from this knowledge and finding inner peace. God reveals Himself through His Word, the Bible.

Policy Plan
The focus is on the public gatherings held on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am at 't Stekske. After a time of singing, praying, and listening to a speaker, there is ample opportunity for social interaction. The leadership team oversees the various activities and is accountable for them.

Compensation Policy
Local volunteers do not receive compensation. Speakers at Sunday morning services receive a fee plus travel expenses. The fee varies depending on whether the speaker is a professional (e.g., pastor) or someone who speaks in addition to having a regular job. Internal speakers and members who perform tasks do not receive compensation for their roles.

Activity Report

  • Every Sunday morning at 10:00 am, a public gathering. Additionally, there are special services on Christian holidays.
  • In the 2024-2025 season: meeting evenings with several plenary educational evenings.
  • Bible study groups (Boxmeer, Horst-Hegelsom, Venray).
  • At least once a year, a general members' meeting.
  • Initiatives to support asylum seekers in the Netherlands and proclaim the gospel overseas (missions).
  • Two Alpha courses (yearend 2024 and early spring in 2025).
  • Two 'Beta' courses (follow-up to Alpha).

Download the Statutes and The Internal Regulations (Dutch version)

Finances

Income and Expenses

Planned Expenditures
Our church association ensures the necessary income to fund the (public) activities. De Oase Venray does not receive subsidies. Once a year, accountability is provided to members and regular visitors regarding income and expenses. In the event of a potential shortfall, this group is called upon to provide the necessary funds.

Costs mainly consist of rent for the meeting space, payment for speakers, and support for people and activities in the areas of care, development aid, and evangelism.

Summary of Income and Expenditure with Explanations

2024

Income
Donations and Collections €32,575
Interest €1,058
Expenses
Rent of Meeting Spaces €3,027
Expenditures on Church Services, Bible Studies, and Other Activities €13,254
Contribution to the Umbrella Church Organization €1,120
Development Aid and Mission Work €5,325
Working Groups €320
Website, Bank Fees, and Secretariat €591

The financial year 2024 closed with a positive result of €9,852. This is slightly less than budgeted due to higher-than-expected expenses.

Budget 2025
Income
Donations and Collections €34,000
Interest €1,000
Expenses
Rental of Meeting Spaces €3,000
Expenditures for Church Services, Bible Studies, and Other Activities €11,300
Contribution to Umbrella Church Association €1,225
Development Aid and Missionary Work €7,600
Working Groups €1,550
Website, Bank Fees, and Insurances €1,100
Renewal of Sound System €5,000