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Echoes from the week
Lots of people have written about their experiences during and after the Gathering for a New Solidarity, which took place from 9 to 16 August in Taizé. Here is a small selection of them.
The icon of mercy
Throughout the year 2015, the Community celebrated the 75th anniversary of its foundation, inviting people to remember its founder, Brother Roger, 100 years after his birth and ten years since his passing to into eternal life. The theme specially proposed for reflection during the year was “Towards a new solidarity”; and the Community decided to have an icon painted telling the story of the Good Samaritan.
This Bible text from chapter 10 of St. Luke’s Gospel gives a clear example of solidarity put into practice. The icon was made by the Icon Workshop of St John of Damascus in France.
Music of Unity and Peace
A CD recorded in 2014 at the Taizé Community.
International young adult meeting in Cotonou
Take part in a pilgrimage of trust with thousands of young adults from Benin, from West Africa and elsewhere.
Acts of the two colloquia held at Taizé in 2015
The Brothers’ WorkThe Relevance of a Monastic or Religious Vocation The talks given by leaders of religious congregations, communities and monasteries at the colloquium which from July 5 to 12, 2015 brought together at Taizé 350 young women and men, Catholic, Protestant, (...)
Books, CDs, DVDs
The Brothers’ WorkBooks, recordings and films published by Les Presses de Taizé or other publishers are available throughout the world. To see what is available in your region, please make a selection in both drop-down menus, then press (...)
A new film: Moments in the Life of Brother Roger
The Brothers’ WorkA film about sixteen “moments” in the life of Brother Roger, founder of the Taizé Community, from his childhood in a Swiss mountain village, via his settling at Taizé near the beginning of the Second World War, to his tragic death during an evening prayer.For (...)
Prayer by Brother Alois: After the Attack at Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray
Some Recent NewsOn the way to Krakow for World Youth Day, Brother Alois learned of the hostage-taking in Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray and murder of Father Jacques Hamel. He then sent to Bishop Dominique Lebrun, archbishop of Rouen, and the vicar general of the diocese a (...)
New Publications
The Brothers’ Workfr. RogerRegula de la Taizé The Rule of Taizé in Roumanian (bilingual edition)Editura Serafica, 2016, , ISBN: 9786067700152Regula de la Taize. Text bilingv francez-român. Din cuprins: Actele comunitare. Rugăciunea. Masa. Consiliul. Armonia. Disciplinele (...)
The Sisters of Saint Andrew have been at Taizé for 50 years
Some Recent NewsIn May 1966 the first Sisters of Saint Andrew arrived in Taizé, an international congregation whose mother-house is in Belgium. At the beginning, in response to a request from Brother Roger, they came to help the brothers for three months... and ever since (...)
A Syrian family has arrived at Taizé
Some Recent NewsFor several months now, the Taizé Community has been in contact with the French authorities and the Association “Relief & Reconciliation for Syria” to bring a family originally from Syria. Wednesday April 27, the two parents and their four children (...)
An action of solidarity in North Korea
Solidarity: Operation HopeFor 18 years, through Operation Hope, the Taizé community has brought humanitarian help to North Korea, especially with medical supplies and for children. A few weeks ago, four Chinese lorries crossed the North Korean frontier to deliver 200 tons of cement (...)
Easter in Taizé: Celebrating the Resurrection in the hope of a better world
Some Recent NewsPhoto : Philipp LuxiPalm Sunday: A pilgrimage to the source Holy Week began in Taizé with the now traditional rendez-vous, in the morning of Palm Sunday, at Saint Stephen’s spring. #PalmSunday at #Taizé, pilgrimage at the source Une photo publiée par (...)
March 2016: Visit to Taizé by the French National Office for Refugees
Some Recent NewsOn Friday 11 March, the Director and the Head of the Legal Affairs Division of the French National Office for the Protection of Refugees and Stateless Persons (OFPRA) were in Taizé. They made the journey from Paris for the day in order to visit the (...)
Commented Bible Passages
Meditations and ReflectionsThese Bible meditations are meant as a way of seeking God in silence and prayer in the midst of our daily life. During the course of a day, take a moment to read the Bible passage with the short commentary and to reflect on the questions which follow. (...)
Dare to take a step towards others
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Each week, one evening after prayer, we meet for a time in the church. This meeting is usually held on Thursday, but we had to move it to today. This is because, although you have just arrived, I must unfortunately already say goodbye. I regret this all (...)
Trust in God’s love was at the heart of Brother Roger’s life
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)This week we remember Brother Roger, who was killed here in the Church of Reconciliation on August 16 eleven years ago. I want to tell you so many things about his life. But where to start? Our community remains marked by him. For it, he wanted a minimum of structures. He wanted us to be first of all like a family, not an institution, and for our life to be based primarily on mutual concern and brotherly love. If we welcome refugees—today from Sudan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria—Brother Roger (...)
Prayers by brother Alois
PrayerSome prayers written by Brother Alois for the midday prayer in the Church of Reconciliation are published here. August 16 - Anniversary of brother Roger’s death Christ Jesus, today we give you thanks for the life of Brother Roger. The fire of your love (...)
Meditation by Brother Alois: Looking towards the Light of Christ
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Thursday 4 August 2016On Monday I returned from Poland. With some brothers we took part in World Youth Day in Krakow. At the same time, one of our brothers participated in the gathering of young French Protestants which was in Brittany. In Poland, during (...)
Meditation by Brother Alois: Brotherhood begins by listening to others
Meditations and ReflectionsMonday 25 July 2016We are beginning a beautiful week of meetings, but I have to leave tomorrow to attend World Youth Day with Pope Francis in Krakow, Poland. With several of my brothers, we will be in a church in the city centre to lead daily prayers. So (...)
Meditation by Brother Alois: By welcoming refugees, we receive more than we give
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Thursday 14 July 2016Three times a day we gather in this church that bears the name Church of Reconciliation. On entering we are all invited to commit ourselves to reconciliation. But what does this word mean? Probably for all of us, the word (...)
Meditation by Brother Alois: A little parable of this universality of God’s love
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Thursday 19 May 2016This whole week we are celebrating Pentecost. That is the culmination of Easter. Jesus conquered death. He is alive with God. Suffering, disease, hatred and violence are not the last word. What are we celebrating in this feast of (...)
Meditation by Brother Alois: All of us can plant seeds of unity
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Saturday 7 May 2016These days we are celebrating the Ascension, Christ’s return to heaven; we are extending the Easter feast at the heart of our faith. Jesus conquered death. He is living with God. Suffering, disease, hatred and violence do not have the (...)
Meditation by Brother Alois: Let us be peacemakers wherever we live
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Saturday 26 March 2016With this evening’s prayer we enter into the night of Easter. We prepare to celebrate tomorrow the resurrection of Jesus, this great mystery that we never understand completely but that can transform our lives. After the violent death (...)
Film: One Week in July
UK School & College WeeksFull version (23 mins.) Shortened version (14 mins) “This film is awesome!” — Maggie Atkinson, outgoing Children’s Commissioner for England In July 2014, eight 16-18 year-olds from four UK schools recorded their week in Taizé. They filmed video diaries, (...)
UK: Coach travel to Taizé
Travel to TaizéCoach to Taizé for Easter 2017 For young people under 30 there will be inexpensive coach travel from the UK to Taizé for Holy Week and Easter 2017, thanks to a generous subsidy. See http://www.metapilgrim.com/open-tri... for further information; click below (...)
UK School & College Weeks: Feedback from previous visits
UK School & College WeeksArchbishop of York’s Youth Trust Pilgrimage to Taizé 2016 Clips filmed with students See more clips from previous years 8-minute film) Download video Bishop’s Blue Coat C of E Academy, Chester, July 2014 Reflections from students:I came thinking it was (...)
UK: School & College Weeks 2017
UK School & College WeeksSchool and 6th-form college groups with students in Years 10-13 are especially invited in June and July, at Easter or during half-terms. Information for teachers and group organisers (updated 9 Sept. 2016) Flyer (template) This leaflet can be adapted to (...)
Special week for 18-35 year-olds
Specific information for 2016From 28 August to 4 September we shall hold a meeting in Taizé reserved for 18 - 35 year-olds. All in this age-range are invited — whether students, unemployed, working or volunteers.Because of the special programme for this week, we ask 15-17 year-olds, (...)
Travel to Taizé: By train and local bus
Travel to TaizéIf you are travelling from Paris, choose Mâcon-Loché TGV as your destination station (this is the nearest station to Taizé).Note: Ticket prices on the fast (TGV) train vary a lot, depending on how far in advance they are bought.The slower trains which run (...)
Meetings in Taizé: The themes for the meetings in Taizé
Specific information for 2016In 2015, Brother Alois wrote a special message on the occasion of the "Gathering for a New Solidarity". It contains an invitation to find ways of opening up new ways of living in solidarity. Brother Alois also encourages us to allow ourselves to be (...)
UK: University Weeks 2016
UK University WeeksAn opportunity to participate in the international meetings at Taizé, while sharing the experience, including the travel, with students from other universities. In 2015 a number of university groups came from the UK mainly in June and in the first week of (...)
Meetings in Taizé 2016: Dates
Specific information for 2016Please carefully check the dates of the meeting in which you wish to participate and take them into consideration before registering.Youth meetings young people aged 18 to 29: One week this year, 28 August to 4 September, is reserved specially for 18-35 year-olds. Otherwise, come any week of the year between 6 January and 22 December. young people from 15 to 17: every week between 6 January and 22 December except 28 August to 4 September. The meetings always run from Sunday to Sunday. (...)
Taizé: Nearest airports
Travel to TaizéHow to travel between airports and train stations for Taizé.For trains to Taizé see the By train page. Paris CDG – Paris Orly http://www.aeroportsdeparis.fr Extensive information on public transport services to/from between the Paris and the centre of (...)
Birmingham 2017: Practical Details
UK: Birmingham 2017Appeal Bring a Hidden Treasure with you!In our world of deep divisions, we ask the participants in Hidden Treasure to put into practice some new action of friendship or solidarity, and to bring this experience with you to the meeting. Christmas lights (...)
Birmingham 2017: Contact and Registration
UK: Birmingham 2017St. Chad’s Cathedral If you are thinking of coming to Hidden Treasure, please use the registration form to make a first contact even if you are uncertain about the details. This helps us keep track of the enquiries we receive. When you first fill in a (...)
Birmingham 2017: Programme
UK: Birmingham 201716-35 year-olds are invited for the full weekend: mornings in various host neighbourhoods, afternoon and evenings in the city-centre. 16-18 year-olds may alternatively come for a one day programme, just on Saturday 29th (city-centre only). St. (...)
Riga 2016: Some information about the journey
European Meeting in RigaTravel to Riga from the UK1) By bus: a free stopover in Poland. Worried about the length of the journey? Taizé can organise a free stopover for you in Poland. Those who want to can rest and already experience a meeting within the meeting with meals, (...)
Preparing together for the European Meeting in Riga
European Meeting in RigaHere are a few ideas for living together the preparation for the European Meeting. It would be a good idea to try to live this time with the local church: make contact with the local or diocesan youth leaders, think how you can invite young people to (...)
UK: Prayers
There are many regular prayers in the UK which started by contact with Taizé. The ones on this list are only a selection: those prayers with which the community remains more closely in touch through personal contact. In the lead-up to the Hidden Treasure (...)
Sweden 2016: Prayer with Brother Alois in Lund
EuropeOn October 30, the evening before the Joint Ecumenical Gathering with Pope Francis “Together in Hope”, which will be held in Lund Domkyrka on October 31, Brother Alois will take part in an evening prayer at Klosterkyrkan in Lund. The prayer will begin at (...)
Riga: Poster
European Meeting in RigaClick the image to download the poster in pdf format.
Two Taizé Brothers in Indiana
USA: Pilgrimage of Trust in (...)South Bend IN and Notre Dame University The following events are open to the public: Tuesday October 11th: 6:30 PM, St. Peter Claver Catholic Worker House, 518 S. St. Joseph Street, South Bend. Potluck supper and evening prayer. Wednesday October 12th: (...)
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Monday to Saturday 8.15 am Morning prayer 12.20 pm Midday prayer 8.30 pm Evening prayer Friday evening 8.30 pm Evening prayer, followed by prayer around the cross Saturday evening 8.30 pm Evening prayer, with celebration of the light of the resurrection Sunday 10.00 am Eucharist 6.30 pm Silent prayer for peace8.30 pm Evening prayer
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