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Photo exhibition: Getting to know the Christians of the Middle East

Chapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium

Photo exhibition: Getting to know the Christians of the East: An exhibition of current and heritage photos of the Christians of the East. Thanks to L'Œuvre d'Orient  the Chapel for Europe will showcase this photo exhibition from 14.01.2025 to 14.02.2025 during the Chapel's opening hours: Monday to Thursday from 12:00 to 14:00. You can also make an appointment to visit the exhibition at other times and/or bring a group from your community. Contact: welcome@chapelforeurope.eu Since it was founded in 1856, Œuvre d'Orient has expanded its field of action while remaining faithful to its vocation: to give priests and religious communities the means to carry out their missions in the service of all. For more than 170 years, l’Œuvre d’Orient has been helping Eastern Christians from 23 countries in the Middle East, the Horn of Africa, Eastern Europe, and India. Histoire de l’Œuvre d’Orient 1856 : Traité de Paris, fin de la guerre de Crimée, la France est reconnue protectrice des chrétiens de l’Empire ottoman. 4 avril 1856 : Fondation de l’Œuvre des Écoles d’Orient par des laïcs professeurs à la Sorbonne : le mathématicien Augustin Cauchy, l’helléniste Charles Lenormant, Alfred de Falloux, Charles de Montalembert et le Père de Ravignan. L’association est destinée […]

Event Series Contemplative Prayer Group

Contemplative Prayer Group

Chapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium

Contemplative prayer group inspired by the teachings of Franz Jalics sj. When? The contemplative meditation group will meet in the crypt from 17:00 to 18:45 on the third Sunday of each month, except in April 2025. First prayer time is on 15 December 2024. Mark the following dates in 2025 in your calendar: 19 January, 16 February, 23 March, 18 May, 15 June, 20 July. To whom? Open to everyone willing to practice Christian meditation in a community. Newcomers welcome! How would we organize the time? - 17:00 - 17:20 - Chi kung (contemplative movement) - 17:30 - 17:50 - Sitting meditation - 17:50 - 18:05 - Walking meditation - 18:05 - 18:25 - Sitting meditation - 18:30 - 18:45 - time to put things in order, in silence. Those who wish can stay for the Mass at 19:00. We will keep the silence until the Mass. Welcome! More information in English on Franz Jalics sj More information in French on Franz Jalics sj

How to disagree well : Christian Reconciliation

Chapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium

A series of three conferences on the difficult journey of HOPE and how to transform conflict. This series aims to facilitate a deep encounter between faith and some leaders involved in the public and political sphere. From the heart of Europe, we want to contribute to a more sustainable peace in today’s polarised society, not through seeking shallow common ground, but through better understanding our differences – learning to disagree well. Following the “Rose way” we invite you to navigate change and transform conflict so together wecan reimagine peace. This is a joint project of Rose Castle Foundation  and Chapel for Europe. 1st Conference - Tuesday 21.01.2025 - 19:00HOW TO DISAGREE WELL - CHRISTIAN RECONCILIATION During the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity we aim to discuss Rose Castle’s project “ChristianWisdom of Reconciliation” based on the 12 Habits of reconciliation for fostering EcumenicalDialogue.Reconciliation seeks healing of what is broken. It recognises all is not well, and repair is needed.The 12 Habits are practical characteristics emerging from decades observing reconcilers on thefrontlines of violent conflict. They are rooted within the Christian faith, whilst also accessible toanyone seeking to be a reconciling presence within their context. Click here to find out more.Guests […]

Event Series Alpha Course at the Chapel

Alpha Course at the Chapel

Chapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium

Come and be curious. An alpha course is a series of group conversations that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith in an open, friendly environment. Everyone’s welcome. No matter your background or beliefs, you’re invited. Alpha brings together people from all walks of life who are curious about faith. Each session starts with some time to eat, relax and get to know your group. Each session covers a different topic of faith, either in a short talk or video. The Alpha episodes are designed to engage and inspire conversation. They’re about thirty minutes long and explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions such as Who is Jesus?, How can we have faith? and How does God guide us?  The last part of an Alpha is a chance to share your thoughts on the session’s topic and discuss it in your small groups. It’s an open and welcoming environment, no matter what your opinion. There’s no pressure to say anything, but the floor is yours if you do want to. Dates: 12 Wednesdays, 19:00-20:30 (16.10.-15.12.24; 15.1.-22.1.25) and one Saturday, 10:00-18:00 (30.11.)

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Event Series Messe pour les enfants et leur parents / Children’s mass with parents

Prayer Vigil for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 

Protestan Church Place du Nouveau Marché aux Grains 8, Brussels, Brussels

The prayer vigil for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity  will take place at the Protestant Church, Place du Nouveau Marché aux Grains 8, 1000 Brussels, on Thursday 23 January 2025 at 19:00. In the northern hemisphere, the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity traditionally takes place from 18 to 25 January, while in the southern hemisphere, where January is often a holiday period, churches often celebrate the Week of Prayer around Pentecost. The theme of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025 is based on a text from the Gospel of John: "Do you believe this?" (John 11:26). The prayers and reflections have been prepared by the brothers and sisters of the monastic community of Bose in northern Italy. As usual, an international team appointed jointly by the Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity and the Faith and Order Commission of the World Council of Churches worked with the authors to finalize the materials. The year 2025 will mark the 1,700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council. This commemoration provides a unique opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the common faith of Christians as expressed in the Creed formulated at that Council. The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025 […]

Event Series The Credo – Retreat in daily life during Lent

Opening “À la rencontre de la fraternité humaine”, an educational exhibition & Interfaith panel

Chapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium

The Chapel for Europe collaborated in the creation of an exhibition of 8 banners around Fratelli Tutti, designed by the Maison diocésaine de l'enseignement Bruxelles-Brabant Wallon. The exhibition links the text of the papal letter with the wisdom of other spiritual traditions, opening up a path of dialogue. The Chapel is pleased to invite you to the opening of this exhibition on Tuesday 25 February at 7.00 pm. This important educational tool will be presented by Geoffrey Legrand, and the theme will be discussed by several guests from different convictions. Interfaith panel in French:  "Regards Féminins sur Fratelli tutti"- Sema Aydogan, Muslim- Marie-Françoise Boveroulle, Catholic- Nathalie Claessens, Protestant- Véronique Pochet, Bouddhist The exhibition will be on display at the Chapel until March 16. Although it has been designed for schools, it can also be used elsewhere and borrowed. Dutch and English versions are also available. For bookings or questions, contact Geoffrey Legrand: geoffrey.legrand@codiecbxlbw.be. A warm invitation! Please free to share it.