Special week for 18-35 year-olds
There will be a special week In Taizé, 20 - 27 August 2017, reserved for 18-35 year-olds. All in this age-range are invited.
A week looking at the theme of migrations
During the week of 16-23 July 2017, alongside the usual youth meetings, there will be a group that looks especially at the theme of migration. It is a programme intended for young people (18-35) who have an interest, or who are already involved in the welcoming and accompaniment of migrants, asylum seekers and refugees. The idea came out of a contact in Rome with the team whom Pope Francis has asked to coordinate the Catholic Church’s work with migrants.
Pilgrimage of Trust in St. Louis
From September 2016 to May 2017, brothers of the Taizé Community, working with with churches of various denominations will be facilitating a “pilgrimage of trust” in the St. Louis area. This yearlong pilgrimage of trust will culminate in a gathering to be held over Memorial Day weekend, May 26-29, 2017.
Next European Meeting of Young Adults in Basel
On Friday 30 December in Riga, Brother Alois spoke to the 15 000 young people gathered for the 39th European Meeting, taking place in the Latvian capital at the invitation of the local Churches. He spoke about some of the upcoming stages of the Pilgrimage of Trust on Earth, begun by Brother Roger many years ago.
Moments in the Life of Brother Roger
A 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.
Refugees: helping fraternity to grow
Some Recent NewsOn the international day of refugees, the brothers of Taizé and the young people gathered in Taizé have been praying for the migrants who have died in recent days off Libya as they tried to cross the Mediterranean Sea to reach Europe. A new workshop was (...)
[LIVE] Prayer broadcast from Taizé
Some Recent NewsOn this day of Ascension, broadcast live from Taizé tonight on www.facebook.com/taize from 8.15pm (French time) onwards. After the prayer, there will be a meeting with brother Alois.
Weekend of friendship between young Christians and Muslims: A new kind of meeting
Some Recent NewsFrom Friday, May 5 to Monday, May 8, 2017, a weekend of Islamic-Christian friendship took place in Taizé. At the initiative of Khaled Roumo, a Muslim friend of the community, it was a matter of spending time together in order to share a spiritual (...)
An Easter Broadcast from Taizé
Some Recent NewsEaster Sunday, April 16, 2017, a special program was recorded at Taizé with Brother Alois, young people from different countries and the media team. [1] This broadcast (mainly in English) includes: young people speaking about Holy Week at Taizé (...)
Visit of Patriarch Bartholomew to Taizé: The Key Moments in Photos
Visit of Patriarch Bartholomew (...)Tuesday April 25, the community received an exceptional visit: His Holiness the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople spent half a day at Taizé. Here are some photos of the key moments of this visit.Taizé brothers outside the church awaiting (...)
Visit of Patriarch Bartholomew to Taizé: Speech during the Common Prayer
Visit of Patriarch Bartholomew (...)Eminences,Excellencies,Dear Brother Alois,Dear Brothers of the Community,Ladies and gentlemen,Dear friends, Christ is risen! For many years now we have felt the desire to come to Taizé, the seat of a spiritual ecumenism, a melting-pot of reconciliation, a (...)
Visit of Patriarch Bartholomew to Taizé: Words of Welcome by Brother Alois
Visit of Patriarch Bartholomew (...)On Tuesday 25 April 2017, His Holiness the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew visited Taizé: an exceptional visit with the brothers, several Orthodox bishops and priests, representatives of the local Churches, and the young people present that week in Taizé. (...)
Visit of Patriarch Bartholomew to Taizé: Two video clips of common prayer
Visit of Patriarch Bartholomew (...)Today the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew spent a few hours at Taizé. Here are two video clips during the common prayer. Part 1Part 2 [4]
Operation Hope: Portraits of Some Projects
Solidarity: Operation HopeThe brothers of the Taizé Community live entirely by their work. They do not accept any donations. Similarly, if a brother inherits something from his family, the community makes a gift of it for the very poor. The community brings support to people in (...)
Brother Alois received by Pope Francis
Some Recent NewsThis Thursday March 30, Pope Francis received in a private audience the prior of Taizé, Brother Alois, for the fourth time since the beginning of his pontificate. [5] This year, Brother Alois wished to speak, among other things, of the community life 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. (...)
Ascension 2017 / Meditation by Brother Alois: Let us set off toward new horizons
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)We are very numerous this weekend on the hill of Taizé. At this same moment, some brothers are in the United States, in St Louis, for a meeting for young Americans. We would like to greet the participants of this weekend meeting, which is being held in a (...)
Meditation by Brother Alois: Witnesses to the Risen Christ
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Thursday April 20, 2017These days we tirelessly sing: “Christ is risen”. To understand this central reality of our faith, we lack words. So singing together the resurrection of Jesus helps us to put our trust in a mystery that is beyond us. What is this (...)
Easter 2017: Prayer by Brother Alois
Prayers by Brother AloisChrist Jesus, by your resurrection you have become our hope. Death, violence and abandonment have not had the last word. Although we do not see you with our eyes, in our prayer we can welcome you, and we can serve you in every person we meet, particularly (...)
The goodness of God will have the last word
Weekly Meditations by Brother (...)Wednesday 13 April 2017 [8] With you this week, as with all those who will come to Taizé throughout this year, we would like to seek how to open new paths of hope, around us and in the world. It is true that we are in a world where many know despair. (...)
Short Writings from Taizé: 25. “Go, I am with you”
Short Writings from TaizéEach Gospel story invites us to welcome more consciously Christ knocking at the door today. Recognising his presence opens the possibility to let his hope live and to serve him in my neighbour. These meditations on characters from the Gospel shed light on (...)
Prayers by Brother Alois for 2017
Prayers by Brother AloisTuesday, 27 June 2017 Eternal God, you dwell among us. In your love we find the source that enables us to love in our turn, not just in words but through our lives and in truth. Give us the perseverance that leads us to give our lives day by day. Monday, (...)
A Call to Church Leaders for 2017
Letter for the yearOn the road together! In 2017, the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation offers an opportunity to advance towards unity and to go beyond mere cordiality. There will always be differences between the Churches, as well as within each Church. These (...)
Towards the Unity of the European Continent
Letter for the yearAs migrants arrive, let us go beyond fear! The meeting in Riga organized by the Taizé Community at the end of December 2016 brought together young adults from across Europe.(1) Coming both from member-countries of the European Union and countries that do (...)
Brother Alois 2017: Together, Opening Paths of Hope
Letter for the yearAt the beginning of September 2016, a stage in the pilgrimage of trust brought together 7500 young Africans in Cotonou, Benin. (1) The theme of this gathering will continue to inspire us throughout the year 2017: together—not alone, but supported by one (...)
The Silence of Taizé
Testimonies by young adultsAt Taizé, silence has a central place. Some young adults spend the whole week in silence. At every prayer, all are invited to pray in silence for a long time, in the middle of the service. Some young people feel the need to take a step back from the crowd (...)
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 (...)
Special week for 18-35 year-olds
Specific information for 2017There will be a special week In Taizé, 20 - 27 August 2017, reserved for 18-35 year-olds. All in this age-range are invited.Because of the special programme for this week, we ask 15-17 year-olds, adults over 35 and families with children to come at another (...)
16-23 July 2017, in Taizé: A week looking at the theme of migrations
Specific information for 2017During the week of 16-23 July 2017, alongside the usual youth meetings, there will be a group that looks especially at the theme of migration. It is a programme intended for young people (18-35) who have an interest, or who are already involved in the (...)
UK: University Weeks 2017
UK University WeeksAn opportunity to participate in the international meetings at Taizé, while sharing the experience, including the travel, with students from other universities. University groups come from the UK mainly in June and in the first week of July. In 2017, a (...)
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 TaizéSummer coach service 2017 Note: The departure/arrival times given are approximate and will be confirmed when the ferry schedules for summer 2017 are published. Outward journey to Taizé Saturdays 17 and 24 June; 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 July; 5 and 12 (...)
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 27 May 2017) Flyer (template) This leaflet can be adapted to (...)
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 (...)
Spring 2017: Pilgrims of Trust in Saint Louis
AmericasFrom May 26 to 29, hundreds of young adults from more than thirty US states and others from Canada came together in St. Louis for a new stage in the pilgrimage of trust on earth. A new stage in many ways, for it dealt with the serious questions of racism (...)
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 (...)
Japan: Regular prayers in Japan
Regular prayers in AsiaIn many parts of Japan, people gather regularly to pray with the songs of Taizé. These prayers are also the places where the young people who have visited Taizé and the ones planning to visit Taizé could meet. The following is the list of some of these (...)
USA: Pilgrimage of Trust in St. Louis
USA: Pilgrimage of Trust in (...)From September 2016 to May 2017, brothers of the Taizé Community, working with with churches of various denominations will be facilitating a “pilgrimage of trust” in the St. Louis area. This yearlong pilgrimage of trust will culminate in a gathering to be (...)
Meeting in Basel: Practical information
European Meeting in BaselDates The European Meeting in Basel will take place from Thursday 28th December 2017 to Monday 1st January 2018. 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 (...)
Meeting in Basel: Programme
European Meeting in BaselTake part in the Basel meeting - in three countries at once! - and ... ... pray in song and in silence. ... join thousands of young adults from Europe and beyond to deepen our faith and understanding. ... experience the hospitality of families and share (...)
Finland: Hamina, City of Peace
EuropeHamina, a city of Eastern Finland, close to the border with Russia, invites young people from August 25 -27 2017 for a stage of the “pilgrimage of trust on earth”. By its history and location, Hamina has always been a place where peace building was (...)
UK: Echoes of Birmingham 2017
UK: Birmingham 2017Hidden Treasure Inner life and Solidarity In cooperation with the local churches of the city, the Taizé Community led a young adult gathering in Birmingham, 28 April - 1 May, 2017. The programme is still available for download. Lunch in the (...)
Birmingham 2017: Workshops
UK: Birmingham 2017On Saturday and Sunday afternoons, participants chose freely between workshops, forums and activities. The workshops lasted one and a half hours each, and were held in city-centre venues [16].Also during both afternoons, at Carrs Lane Church Centre there (...)
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."Together, Opening Paths of Hope - Hong Kong" (...)
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