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Ash Wednesday mass
Chapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, BelgiumAsh Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent—a time of reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth. The external sign of this journey is the cross of ashes on your head, symbolizing commitment and challenge and a blessing as we open our hearts to ourselves, others, and God. We warmly invite you to receive the cross of ashes at the Chapel for Europe on Wednesday, 18 February at one of the following services: at the Mass at 13:15 (in French) or at an Ecumenical Ash Wednesday Prayer at 18:30 together with the Finnish Seamen's Mission (in English). ********** ********** ********** ********** *********** ************* Le mercredi des Cendres marque le début du Carême, une période de réflexion, de renouvellement et de croissance spirituelle. Le signe extérieur de ce parcours est la croix de cendres, que l'on peut recevoir sur la tête, qui symbolise l'engagement, le défi et la bénédiction lorsque nous ouvrons nos cœurs à nous-mêmes, aux autres et à Dieu. Vous êtes invité à recevoir la croix des cendres à la Chapelle pour l'Europe le mercredi18 février à l'un des services suivants : - lors de la messe à 13h15 (en français), soit - lors d'une prière œcuménique du mercredi des Cendres à […]
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Ecumenical Ash Wednesday Prayer
FeaturedChapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, BelgiumAsh Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent—a time of reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth. The external sign of this journey is the cross of ashes on your head, symbolizing commitment and challenge and a blessing as we open our hearts to ourselves, others, and God. We warmly invite you to receive the cross of ashes at the Chapel for Europe on Wednesday, 18 February at one of the following services: at the Mass at 13:15 (in French) or at an Ecumenical Ash Wednesday Prayer at 18:30 together with the Finnish Seamen's Mission (in English). ********** ********** ********** ********** *********** ************* Le mercredi des Cendres marque le début du Carême, une période de réflexion, de renouvellement et de croissance spirituelle. Le signe extérieur de ce parcours est la croix de cendres, que l'on peut recevoir sur la tête, qui symbolise l'engagement, le défi et la bénédiction lorsque nous ouvrons nos cœurs à nous-mêmes, aux autres et à Dieu. Vous êtes invité à recevoir la croix des cendres à la Chapelle pour l'Europe le mercredi18 février à l'un des services suivants : - lors de la messe à 13h15 (en français), soit - lors d'une prière œcuménique du mercredi des Cendres à […]
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Our Father who art in heaven – Retreat in daily life Lent 2026
Chapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, BelgiumOur Father who art in heaven Retreat in daily life Lent 2026 Lent is a special time to realign oneself and strengthen one's relationship with God. We invite you to a retreat in everyday life to deepen your spirituality and grow in the experience of God's closeness. The retreat includes a daily biblical prayer, for which instructions are provided, a prayerful review of the day, and a weekly sharing about it. The retreat follows the OUR FATHER, the basic Christian prayer. Bible passages are offered for daily meditation, which can deepen and illuminate the respective prayer requests of the Lord's Prayer. Start: Thursday, 19 February at 19:30 Weekly meetings on Thursdays at 19:30 until 26 March Information and registration with Fr Bernd Günther SJ (bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu)
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Ignatian Meditation Group
Featured Ignatian Meditation GroupChapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, BelgiumThe Ignatian Meditation Group meets every Friday at 18:45 in the crypt of the Chapel for Europe. Ignatian spirituality can show you the way to a joyful and meaningful life. It will give you the tools to learn to focus, in a very concrete way, on the importance of joy in our lives as Christians who want to live according to the Gospel. For more information, please contact: Fr. Benoit Willemaers sj: benoit.willemaers@jesc.eu or Fr. Bernd Guenther sj: bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu.
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EU Prayer Groups Gathering at the Chapel for Europe
FeaturedChapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, BelgiumWould you like to take time to pray for our institutions, the Commission, Council, Parliament, and for the many challenges Europe faces today? Meet other Christians working in the EU and share fellowship and encouragement in faith. You are warmly invited to join us for the EU Prayer Groups Gathering at the Chapel for EuropeThursday, 26 February 2026Rue Van Maerlant 22–24, 1040 EtterbeekDoors open at 18:30 for a 19:00 start. The evening will include sung worship, a short reflection, time for praying together, and a simple reception. All are welcome. Please feel free to invite your colleagues!
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Our Father who art in heaven – Retreat in daily life Lent 2026
Chapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, BelgiumOur Father who art in heaven Retreat in daily life Lent 2026 Lent is a special time to realign oneself and strengthen one's relationship with God. We invite you to a retreat in everyday life to deepen your spirituality and grow in the experience of God's closeness. The retreat includes a daily biblical prayer, for which instructions are provided, a prayerful review of the day, and a weekly sharing about it. The retreat follows the OUR FATHER, the basic Christian prayer. Bible passages are offered for daily meditation, which can deepen and illuminate the respective prayer requests of the Lord's Prayer. Start: Thursday, 19 February at 19:30 Weekly meetings on Thursdays at 19:30 until 26 March Information and registration with Fr Bernd Günther SJ (bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu)
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Ignatian Meditation Group
Featured Ignatian Meditation GroupChapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, BelgiumThe Ignatian Meditation Group meets every Friday at 18:45 in the crypt of the Chapel for Europe. Ignatian spirituality can show you the way to a joyful and meaningful life. It will give you the tools to learn to focus, in a very concrete way, on the importance of joy in our lives as Christians who want to live according to the Gospel. For more information, please contact: Fr. Benoit Willemaers sj: benoit.willemaers@jesc.eu or Fr. Bernd Guenther sj: bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu.
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Our Father who art in heaven – Retreat in daily life Lent 2026
Chapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, BelgiumOur Father who art in heaven Retreat in daily life Lent 2026 Lent is a special time to realign oneself and strengthen one's relationship with God. We invite you to a retreat in everyday life to deepen your spirituality and grow in the experience of God's closeness. The retreat includes a daily biblical prayer, for which instructions are provided, a prayerful review of the day, and a weekly sharing about it. The retreat follows the OUR FATHER, the basic Christian prayer. Bible passages are offered for daily meditation, which can deepen and illuminate the respective prayer requests of the Lord's Prayer. Start: Thursday, 19 February at 19:30 Weekly meetings on Thursdays at 19:30 until 26 March Information and registration with Fr Bernd Günther SJ (bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu)
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Ignatian Meditation Group
Featured Ignatian Meditation GroupChapel for Europe Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, BelgiumThe Ignatian Meditation Group meets every Friday at 18:45 in the crypt of the Chapel for Europe. Ignatian spirituality can show you the way to a joyful and meaningful life. It will give you the tools to learn to focus, in a very concrete way, on the importance of joy in our lives as Christians who want to live according to the Gospel. For more information, please contact: Fr. Benoit Willemaers sj: benoit.willemaers@jesc.eu or Fr. Bernd Guenther sj: bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu.