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On the feast of Pentecost, 24–25 May 2026, two brothers from the Taizé Community took part in a meeting in Baden entitled “A Day Like in Taizé.” Around 300 people participated in the gathering, and about 600 people joined the Sunday evening prayer. Most came from different parts of Switzerland, while others travelled from abroad, including Germany, England, and Finland. “A Day Like in Taizé” was part of DisputNation, through which the town of Baden is marking the 500th anniversary of the Baden D

Two brothers from Taizé, and a consecrated laywoman who has lived for many years with the brothers of Taizé in Brazil, spent five weeks as a temporary community in Alta Gracia, in the province of Cordoba, Argentina. They were joined by three young volunteers, two of whom had previously served as volunteers in Taizé. Here is their account: The fact that there were six of us, of different ages, genders, personalities, and church backgrounds, was a great source of richness. It provided a diversity

To celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong, the 2026 Taizé Asian Youth Gathering was held from April 30 to May 3 at St. Benedict Parish, Sha Tin. Over 330 young Christians from mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, and Europe gathered for a four-day spiritual journey under the theme “Messengers of Hope.” Cardinal Stephen Chow Sau-yan, Bishop of Hong Kong, welcomed the youth, stating, “Even though we come from different cultures and different churche

Many of you have come this week, from different parts of Germany but also from several dioceses of France, as well as from Sweden and Lithuania. Other countries are also represented at Taizé, and let us not forget those who come from Africa, Asia and the Americas, particularly among the volunteers who live here for longer periods and who support the weekly meetings. Welcome to you all! In a moment, two of you will ask me a question and I will try to answer, but before that I would like to share

Following Pope Leo's invitation to pray for peace in the world, Saturday evening the prayer will be dedicated to peoples suffering from war. Prayer Risen Christ, we hear you say, as you said to your friends after rising from the dead, "Peace be with you!" In our troubled world, in our wounded creation, we want to welcome your peace, so that it may transform our lives and the lives of those suffer because of war. By your Holy Spirit, inspire and strengthen all who are seeking dialogue so that a

The threat of war with Iran was already looming when I flew to Tel Aviv on January 31. Was I going to be able to return? I couldn't count on it too much. My first night at the Tantur Ecumenical Institute allowed me to see the team again from Tantur. Many young people have bright memories of the beauty of the place and where the first welcome took place during our meeting in the Holy Land in May 2022. The wall that separates Israel from Palestine is only a few hundred meters away. The the next da

Fifteen days visiting cities plunged into darkness and “islands of resilience”: Brother Benoit tells SIR about a Ukraine that is wounded but not defeated. Young people showing solidarity, committed churches, families suffering from Russian attacks. Amid the cold and fear, hope becomes a daily choice and a tangible sign of freedom. “We told the young people we met: ‘We have no message to convey to you, except that of our spiritual solidarity through prayer and our presence. It is they, and all th

Brother Matthew, the prior of Taizé, was received by Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Saturday morning, March 21. Both expressed their deep concern for peace, a topic dear to the pope’s heart, as well as for all the innocent victims of armed conflict across the world. They also shared a common desire to go further along the road to reconciliation among Christians, while reflecting on ways to transmit the faith to the younger generations.

The Taizé Community and the Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong warmly invite young people from around the world to join this gathering. On the occasion of the Diocese’s 80th anniversary, we come together as “Messengers of Hope”, rekindling hope with the pilgrim Church along the journey, walking together in communion. There will be common prayer with the Taizé brothers, and brothers and sisters from different Christian traditions are most welcome to join. Theme: “Messengers of Hope” Dates: April 30 –

Faithful God, we give you thanks, you who gather us in your name, in all our diversity, to live together a parable of communion—whether we our mission be in Taizé or elsewhere—reflecting the friendship you have for every human being. Each of us, at one moment or another, has recognized that your Son, Jesus, was asking: “What are you looking for?” and inviting us: “Come and follow me!” And he offers to make us his friends, in a friendship that knows no limits. Called to live together without havi

On Tuesday evening, 16 December, at the Collège des Bernardins, there was a presentation of the latest book by His Beatitude Sviatoslav Shevchuk, head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church: "Ukraine, 365 Days of Suffering and Hope. Daily Chronicle of the First Year of War in Ukraine." Brother Matthew was asked to review the book, in recognition of the community’s constant fidelity alongside Ukraine. Here is the full text he read: When I arrived in Taizé, I was struck by Brother Roger’s commitme

On Sunday, November 9, 2025, Brother Matthew and Brother Raymon were in Romainmôtier and Lausanne. In Romainmôtier, Brother Matthew gave a meditation on the texts of the day during the 10:15 a.m. service. This visit was in response to an invitation from the Fraternité de Prière Œcuménique (FPO). The links between Romainmôtier and Taizé go back a long way. On June 29, 1952, Brother Roger and other brothers from Taizé came to take part in the 1500th anniversary celebrations. At 4 p.m., Brother Mat