Introduction / History

The Dutch speak Dutch, a Germanic language which defines them as a people. They are from the Netherlands, made up of 12 provinces, two of which carry the name Holland.

The Dutch urbanized sooner than other ethnic groups in Europe. Though the Netherlands is small in land mass, it has a long history as a maritime and colonial power. The Dutch had important colonial holdings in Indonesia, South Africa, Suriname, and Aruba, thus influencing three continents.

For many reasons, the Dutch have settled in 30 countries, including Canada. Most came in the early 20th century and after WWII as war brides and refugees from a destroyed country.

What Are Their Lives Like?

For hundreds of years, the Dutch have preferred an urban lifestyle. They assimilate and learn English. For that reason, there are few if any Dutch cultural associations to preserve their language and culture in the new country.

What Are Their Beliefs?

The Dutch were Catholic for centuries and then rebelled against the Catholic Spanish who were controlling their country. They accepted the Reformation, and eventually, Calvinism (a theological system from John Calvin) was imposed as the theology for the s

What Are Their Needs?

The Dutch need a powerful work of the Holy Spirit to drive them into the loving arms of Jesus Christ.

Prayer Items

Pray for the Lord to make himself real to them, drawing them to Jesus Christ.
Pray for Dutch disciples who will make more disciples.
Pray for thousands of Dutch Christians to become ambassadors for Christ and allow the light of the Holy Spirit to shine through them.

Scripture Prayers for the Dutch in Canada.

References

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_people
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_Netherlands
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_Canadians
https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/dutch