Interesting interbellum church, in a separate block at the Raphaëlplein in the Amsterdam Stadionwijk, with associated halls and sexton's house. On the roof of the church a tower with copper-green cladding. In both side walls figurative stained glass windows.
The church community originated from the Free Evangelical Community 'De Ark' in Gorinchem. The first stone of the building was laid on 15 March 1966 by Mr. JN Scholten, mayor of Andel.
The Blue Church of Andel has a long history that goes back to the 13th century. Originally dedicated to Saint Martin and the parish church of Op Andel. During the extensive restoration and renovation of the church in 1957, the building was investigated for earlier traces under the direction of Drs. H. Halbertsma. The investigation showed that there were remains of a triumphal arch in the ground. These foundation remains had a stone size that was common in the 13th century, which is why the dating is estimated at around 1275.
Hall church without tower. Built as a Reformed Church. Was a Reformed Church until 1943. From 2004 to 2009, the Restored Reformed Church also temporarily used the church building. Expansion in 1998.
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