5 March 2003
How can we keep on praying together? People often ask this question after a stay in Taizé, or else after taking part in one of the meetings outside of Taizé.
Here, then, are some of the more important elements that go to preparing a prayer that is meditative in character and “that has neither beginning nor end”.To begin the prayer, choose one or two songs of praise. Psalm
Jesus prayed these age-old prayers of his people. Christians have always found a wellspring of life in them. The psalms place us in the great communion of all believers. Our (...)
2 September 2019
Christians 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 order for such a vigil, inspired by the community prayer at Taizé.Proposal for a time of prayer: September 2018
Song
Laudemus Deum
Psalm (...)
5 March 2003
When possible, it is preferable to meet in a church, making it beautiful and welcoming. The way the space is arranged is important for the quality of the prayer. Naturally it is not necessary to do a complete restoration of the church! Very simple means can be used to create a prayerful atmosphere. If it is not possible to meet in a church, it is important to make the prayer-space as harmonious as you can.
It is preferable for all the participants to face the same direction during the prayer, as a way of expressing (...)
27 July 2003
Icons contribute to the beauty of worship. They are like windows open on the realities of the Kingdom of God, making them present in our prayer on earth.
Although icons are images, they are not simply illustrations or decorations. They are symbols of the incarnation, a presence which offers to the eyes the spiritual message that the Word addresses to the ears.
According to the eighth-century theologian Saint John Damascene, icons are based on the coming of Christ to earth. Our salvation is linked to the incarnation (...)