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International Ecumenical Youth Meeting in Beirut
Churches in Lebanon and the Council of Churches in the Middle East are pleased to welcome the international ecumenical youth meeting organized by the Taizé community from Friday, 22 March to Tuesday, 26 March 2019 in Lebanon. 1000 young people aged between 18 and 35 are expected from Lebanon, various countries in Europe and the Middle East.
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.
New Publications
The Brothers’ WorkBuscad y encontraréis – Un diálogo entre los jóvenes y Taizé Seek and you will find in SpanishSan Pablo, España, 2018, 256 p., ISBN: 9788428556538 El ser humano está en constante búsqueda: siempre nos hacemos preguntas. Pero no debemos pensar que antes o (...)
Brother François (1929-2018)
Vocation and HistorySieds Stoop, who took the name of Brother François on entering the Taizé Community in 1951, was born on 11 August 1929 in Leeuwarden, in the province of Friesland, in the north of the Netherlands.His father was a lawyer. He had two brothers who died before (...)
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 (...)
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 AloisTuesday, 18 December 2018 Praise be to you, Christ Jesus. The light of your face, the light of your resurrection, shines in our hearts and even in the dark places of humanity. As we look towards you, Christ, the trusting of faith can be born again and (...)
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, (...)
UK: School & College Weeks 2019
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 10 December 2018) Flyer (template) This leaflet can be adapted (...)
UK: Coach travel to Taizé
Travel to TaizéSummer coach service 2019Outward journey to Taizé Saturdays 22 and 29 June; 6, 13, 20 and 27 July:dep. Nuneation (Railway Station) 1400 Sat.dep. London 1645 (Victoria Coach Station) dep. Dover 1900 arr. Taizé 0815 Sunday Note: Other pick-up points can be (...)
Reflection week for 18-35 year-olds
Specific information for 2019A week of reflection reserved for 18-35 year-olds will be held in Taizé from 25 August to 1 September, 2019. Students, young professionals, people involved in voluntary work and job-seekers are all welcome.Because of the special program for this week, we (...)
Weekend of friendship between young Christians and Muslims
Specific information for 2019Taizé, Thursday 22 August to Sunday 25 August, 2019 We are happy to invite you for this weekend of friendship between young Christians and Muslims. If you have been often to Taizé before, please let your Muslim friends know about it. Young people from 18 (...)
Volunteering
Youth MeetingsThe brothers of the community, together with the sisters of the other communities who live in Taizé, would be unable on their own to welcome the large numbers who come throughout the year. The presence of a group of volunteers makes the international (...)
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 from 19 - 26 August 2018. Because of the special programme for this week, we asked 15-17 year-olds, adults over (...)
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 (...)
Hong Kong: Prayers and meetings to "uncover the wellspring of trust in God"
Asia PacificEvery year, Young people from Hong Kong are visiting Taizé and also are attending the meetings in Europe and other continents. Back home, they gather to pray. Here are several places where people can join them. 1. St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, (...)
Madrid 2018: Programme of Workshops
European Meeting in MadridDuring the European meeting in Madrid, workshops on different topics will be proposed during the afternoons of Saturday, December 29 and Sunday, December 30. The places will be included in the meeting booklet.Saturday, December 29 Silence and personal (...)
Cape Town 2019: A reflection on silence
Background and reflectionChumani Bontsa, was born in the Eastern Cape region, and spent his youth in the Khayelitsha township of Cape Town. In 2014 he spent three months at Taizé as a volunteer. He is involved in his Anglican parish and works as a fisheries inspector. Thinking back I realize that silence has always been a big part of the life of people in Africa, when we were still true to who we are and we respected each other. I remember growing up in the Eastern Cape and the total loss of (...)
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 (...)
Cape Town 2019: Practical information
Meeting in Cape TownDates Arrival: Wednesday 25 September in the morningDeparture: Afternoon, Sunday 29 September Journey If you will be travelling to Cape Town by plane, it is important to first register with Taizé, and wait for our confirmation before booking your ticket. (...)
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 (...)
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 (...)
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 (...)
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Times of prayers at Taizé
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