Graz 2018: Sharing the Future
Thursday 25 to Sunday 28 October Taizé-Graz brings together young people from all over Europe under the theme "SHARING THE FUTURE".
Next African stage of the Pilgrimage of Trust
The next African stage of the Pilgrimage of Trust on the Earth will take place at the southern tip of the continent — in Cape Town, from 25 to 29 September 2019. 24 years after the Johannesburg meeting and following meetings in Kenya (2008), Rwanda (2012) and Benin (2016) young people from Southern Africa and beyond are invited to set out to celebrate and witness together their faith.
Inexhaustible Joy
«LAUDAMUS TE»
New CD recorded at Taizé in the Church of Reconciliation in 2017.
European Meeting in Madrid
The next European youth meeting will take place in Madrid from 28 December 2018 to 1 January 2019. It will bring together thousands of young people for a new stage of the pilgrimage of trust on earth begun by Brother Roger at the end of the 1970s. The last two European meetings were held in cities in northern Europe. This year it will be in a southern European city in which we have never before had a European meeting. On the Iberian Peninsula we have already been warmly welcomed on several occasions: in Barcelona, Lisbon and Valencia, and now we have received an invitation to come to (...)
Brother François (1929-2018)
Vocation and HistoryOn Thursday 18 October, during evening prayer, Brother François felt ill. He fell from his chair, unconscious, and was found to have died suddenly. In the coming days, we will publish a text on this page recalling the important stages of his life. The (...)
Brother Alois at the Synod of Bishops in Rome
Some Recent NewsSince October 3rd, the synod of bishops brings together in Rome, with Pope Francis, bishops from across the world, experts, young people, and delegates from different Churches around the topic “Young people, the faith and vocational discernment.” Brother (...)
New Publications
The Brothers’ WorkSabine LaplaneFrère Roger. Die Biografie Biography of Brother Roger in GermanHerder Verlag GmbH, 2018, 542 S, ISBN: 9783451348235Frère Roger war eine der herausragenden Persönlichkeiten des 20. Jahrhunderts. Sein Leben war durchdrungen vom Ruf zur (...)
Letter from Brother Alois to the World Council of Churches
Some Recent NewsOn the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the World Council of Churches, Brother Alois wrote a message to the General Secretary, Rev. Olav Fykse Tveit, in which he recalled the long friendship between Taizé and the Council. Dear Olav, The World Council (...)
[LIVE] Prayer broadcast from Taizé
Some Recent NewsOn Thursday, May 24, broadcast live from Taizé tonight on www.facebook.com/taize from 8pm (French time) onwards. After the prayer, there will be a meeting with brother Alois.
New Decorations in the Church: A Work in Progress
Some Recent NewsOver the past few weeks, the decoration of the area of the Church of Reconciliation around the altar is being redone. The east wall of the church needs some internal thermal insulation, so it was decided to take the opportunity to rethink the design. The (...)
Brother Alois received by Pope Francis
Some Recent NewsThis Monday, March 12, Brother Alois was received in private audience by Pope Francis. As every year, he wanted to go to Rome to inform the Pope of the initiatives taken by the Taizé Community in its ecumenical search and in its welcome of young people. He (...)
February 2018: News of the Migrants Welcomed in Taizé
Some Recent NewsSince 2015, Europe has been in a migratory crisis of unprecedented scope. Faced with this challenge and supported by the generosity of many neighbors, the community continues to open its doors to welcome migrants. Welcome and Referral Centers In (...)
Council of the Community: Prayer by Brother Alois
Some Recent NewsThe brothers held their yearly council-meeting from January 23-28. Sunday evening, the council concluded with an evening prayer that included the gesture of "prostration" by which the brothers recall the day of their life-commitment. Beforehand, Brother (...)
[LIVE] Broadcast from Taizé
Some Recent NewsOn Sunday evening, January 28, the evening prayer will be broadcast live on “Facebook Live” and on the Taizé website, from 6.45pm onwards (Central European Time / Paris Time). It will conclude the yearly council of the community and include the gesture of (...)
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. (...)
Prayer Vigil for the Care of Creation
How to prepare a prayer serviceChristians around the world are coming together from September 1st to October 4th for prayer vigils and reflection around care for creation. In order that prayers for the care of creation can be held in different places, we are proposing below a possible (...)
Going together to the wellsprings of joy
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Thursday August 23 | Taizé, Church of ReconciliationThese days in Taizé are special, with this program of workshops and round-tables made possible by the presence of so many guest speakers involved in various areas. The wide range of topics, the depth of (...)
Widening Our Friendship
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Thursday July 12 | Taizé, Church of ReconciliationThis week in Taizé is very international. This diversity is present at every moment of our life: in common prayer with readings in many languages, for the communication in small sharing-groups or work-teams (...)
Christ calls us to be, together, a sign of his peace among humans
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Saturday, March 31 [5] What brings us together these days? Is it an idea, a doctrine, a system of thought? No, it’s a person, Jesus. And, throughout this week, we have accompanied him during the last moments of his life, until the end. At the end of (...)
Brother Alois 2018: Inexhaustible Joy
Letter for the yearA young woman who was very ill said to me last year, “I love life.” I remain deeply moved by the inner joy that filled her, in spite of the narrow limits imposed by her illness. I was touched not only by her words, but by the beautiful expression on her (...)
Daily Prayers by Brother Alois
Prayers by Brother AloisSunday, 21 October 2018 Jesus, our peace, you lived on earth not as a master but as a servant. Risen from the dead, you are alive for ever, and you intercede for us. Saturday, 20 October 2018 Holy Spirit, as if in a breath of silence, you say to us: "Do (...)
The Bible is the story of God’s faithfulness
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Thursday August 31We have a beautiful summer behind us. The day before yesterday evening a few young people from Lebanon came to say goodbye. And I wondered: do they know how valuable their stay of three months with us was? They bring us closer to the (...)
Simplify our lives in order to share
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Thursday August 10 We are in the midst of a beautiful summer and I would like to express my admiration this evening to those who stay for a long time on the hill, the volunteers who are here for a year and those who help out for a few weeks. Through their (...)
The friendship of Christ for each and every one of us
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)August Thursday 17Tonight we have been praying for the victims of the attack in Barcelona. The presence of young people from this region makes us even closer to those who have directly experienced these events. After this meeting, we will sing El Senyor, (...)
Reflection week for 18-35 year-olds
Specific information for 2018Next year’s dates for the 18-35s week: Sunday 25 August - Sunday 1 September 2019A week of reflection reserved for 18-35 year-olds was held in Taizé In Taizé, 19 - 26 August 2018. Because of the special programme for this week, we asked 15-17 year-olds, (...)
Reflection week for 18-35 year-olds: Live Broadcast
Specific information for 2018On August 23 2018, from 8:00on (Central European Time), a special program live on the Facebook page of the Taizé website will include people sharing about the week of reflection, evening prayer, and the meditation by Brother Alois.
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 (...)
Reflection week for 18-35 year-olds: Program of the Day
Specific information for 2018Each morning, a sheet is distributed to the participants containing the full program of the meetings for the day. On this page we will publish these daily programs as soon as they are ready.Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Programme du (...)
Summer 2018: Workshops during the special week for 18-35s
Specific information for 2018From 19 to 26 August, the next Reflection week for 18-35 year-olds will be held in Taizé. As the event approaches, information about the workshops and forums being prepared for this week will be added on this page.Care for the Creation and Justice Ruth (...)
UK: Travel to Taizé individually
Travel to TaizéThere are a number of different ways to reach Taizé individually or at times when the regular coach services are not running: Probably the simplest and least expensive London to Taizé journey is to travel to Chalon-sur-Saône by coach using OUIBUS. (Usually (...)
Meetings in Taizé: Poster
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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 Paris is given on these pages: Charles-de-Gaulle Airport Orly Airport Lyon Saint-Exupéry http://www.lyonaeroports.com/eng By express tram An Express tram service connects the airport to Lyon-Part Dieu railway station. Departures every 15 (...)
Weekend of friendship between young Christians and Muslims
Specific information for 20185 - 8 July, 2018 After the friendship meeting, held over a weekend in May 2017, we are planning another gathering. The dates are Thursday 5 July to Sunday 8 July, 2018, and whereas last year mainly involved young people from France, this time the (...)
UK: Coach travel to Taizé
Travel to TaizéSummer coach service 2018Outward journey to Taizé Saturdays 23 and 30 June; 7, 14, 21 and 28 July:dep. Nuneation (Railway Station) 1400 Sat.dep. London 1645 (Victoria Coach Station) dep. Dover 1900 arr. Taizé 0815 Sun. Note: Other pick-up points can be (...)
Preparing Together for the European Meeting
European Meeting in MadridHere 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 (...)
Practical steps for host churches
For churches in Cape TownHere is an explanation of what we are asking of the local churches, parishes and congregations who are co-preparing this international meeting: Working document for teams in host churches (pdf) Working document for teams in host churches (...)
Cape Town 2019: Upcoming preparation gatherings
For churches in Cape TownBrothers of the community will be at the following meetings of prayer and information. We invite young adults and leaders to gather with us in order to start preparing next September’s pilgrimage of trust together in the churches of the Cape Town area. (...)
Australia: News of prayers, meetings and gatherings
Asia PacificOn this page, we give news of prayers, meetings and gatherings in Australia in connection with the Pilgrimage of Trust on Earth. Please check from time to time for any updates!Pilgrimage of Trust in Australia: November 2018 A brother of the community will (...)
Madrid: Registration
European Meeting in MadridIn some countries registration for the meeting is handled by local contact points. Please do not use the registration link below if this is the case in your country, but follow the information given on the website in your language. If you live in an (...)
Meeting in Madrid: Provisional Programme
European Meeting in MadridTake part in the Madrid meeting and ... ... pray in song and in silence. ... join with thousands of other young adults to deepen our faith and understanding. ... experience the hospitality of families and share with others in simplicity. ... meet with (...)
News from Britain
2018 We are starting to publish short news concerning the UK on Twitter: @taizeuk Some highlights from journeys in Britain, March 2018, made by Taizé brothers The Bruderhof Community at Darvell (West Sussex) welcomed 35 young adults from outside for the (...)
News from the Small Provisional Communities
Small Provisional CommunitiesSince 2014 the small provisional communities have been an enriching experience, both for the communities that have welcomed them, the parishes, the places of solidarity and for the young people themselves who take part in this spiritual adventure. And so (...)
Meeting in Madrid: Practical information
European Meeting in MadridDates The European Meeting in Madrid will take place from Friday 28 December 2018 to Tuesday 1 January 2019. Coming early as a helper So that everything runs smoothly, we need a good number of volunteer helpers to arrive on 26 December. You can help in (...)
Hong-Kong 2018: Meditations by Brother Alois
2018 Meeting in Hong KongWednesday evening August 8 It is a great joy for us brothers to be together with you here in Hong Kong for this new stage of the pilgrimage of trust on earth in Asia. Some of you have traveled a long way to come here, from fifty countries in Asia and (...)
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For technical questions concerning the website, contact webadmin. For other questions, please see on this page whom to contact. This site is made with SPIP, an Open Source content management system. We try to keep all the pages on this site valid XHTML. If you notice mistakes, please tell us. Email links Because Spam has become such a problem, we are very careful about how we make email addresses publicly available. The email addresses shown on the Taizé site do not exist in the source of (...)
Contact
By email: meetings taize.fr (meetings team; but for enquiries about coming to Taizé preferably use the registration form) community taize.fr (to contact one of the brothers) editions taize.fr Les Presses de Taizé (only for publishing matters.) media taize.fr For journalists seeking further information on Taizé and the international youth meetings. webadmin taize.fr (only for technical questions concerning the website) The Taizé web site: http://www.taize.fr By telephone: The welcome team: (...)
Times of prayers at Taizé
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