Van Gogh kerkje Zundert
Vincent van Gogh was born as the son of Theodorus van Gogh, who at the time was a pastor in Zundert. He preached in what later became known as the Van Gogh Church.
Initially, Vincent wanted to become a pastor, just like his father. After an unsuccessful career as an evangelist in the Belgian coal mining region of Borinage, he decided that this was not meant for him.
In the square in front of the church stands a statue by Zadkine depicting Vincent and his brother Theo.
Close to the little church is the cemetery where Vincent's older brother is buried. He was born a year before Vincent, received the same name, but died shortly afterwards.
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