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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.)

Free
Event Series Morning Prayer

Ignatian Prayer Group

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

The Ignatian Meditation Group meets every Friday in the crypt of the Chapel for Europeat 18:45 with an adoration and at 19:00 the guided meditation beginns. 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 the life of Christians who wants to live according to the Gospel. For more information, please contact: Fr. Bernd Guenther sj: bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu.  

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

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.)

Free
Event Series Morning Prayer

Ignatian Prayer Group

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

The Ignatian Meditation Group meets every Friday in the crypt of the Chapel for Europeat 18:45 with an adoration and at 19:00 the guided meditation beginns. 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 the life of Christians who wants to live according to the Gospel. For more information, please contact: Fr. Bernd Guenther sj: bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu.  

Event Series Morning Prayer

Ignatian Prayer Group

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

The Ignatian Meditation Group meets every Friday in the crypt of the Chapel for Europeat 18:45 with an adoration and at 19:00 the guided meditation beginns. 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 the life of Christians who wants to live according to the Gospel. For more information, please contact: Fr. Bernd Guenther sj: bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu.  

Event Series Painting with light

Windows to Heaven – Icons in the Orthodox Church

Icons have a very important role in the spirituality and liturgy of the orthodox churches. These images of Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary or Saints help the viewer to get in touch with God. They are called "Windows to heaven". Archpriest Paweł Cecha, Rector of the Polish Orthodox parish in Bruxelles will give us an introduction into the Orthodox understanding of icons, the theology and spirituality behind them and their liturgical use. The Chapel offers also a course on writing icons. More information here.

Event Series Morning Prayer

Ignatian Prayer Group

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

The Ignatian Meditation Group meets every Friday in the crypt of the Chapel for Europeat 18:45 with an adoration and at 19:00 the guided meditation beginns. 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 the life of Christians who wants to live according to the Gospel. For more information, please contact: Fr. Bernd Guenther sj: bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu.  

Event Series Ecumenical Prayer Lunch

Ecumenical Prayer Lunch

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

In English / En anglais. Come join our Food for Soul: Ecumenical Thursday Prayer, followed by a simple lunch in the upper room of the Chapel. This moment of praying together and sharing a meal in the middle of the busy week will be held every Thursday in 2025 from 13:00 to 14:00. Come join us if you work in or around the EU Institutions or other organizations in Brussels! If you would just like to find some time to pray, reflect, and share with others during the busy working week, you are welcome to participate. Also if you are interested in spirituality from different Christian traditions. This could be an opportunity you have been waiting to invite a colleague to (re)discover Jesus. The Prayer is led by representatives of the different Christian churches: 13.02. led by:  Bernd Guenther sj, Director Chapel for Europe 20.02. led by: Sue Bird, Holy Trinity, Anglican Church 27.02. led by: Florian González, Parish Pastor, Protestant Church Bxls-Botanique 06.03. led by: Johannes Reitze-Landau, Pastor, All Lutheran Church 13.03. led by: Tina Blomquist, Parish Priest, Church of Sweden in Brussels 20.03. led by: Katja Baumann, Pastor, German Protestant Church 27.03. led by: Jaakko Heinimäki, Pastor Benelux […]

Event Series Morning Prayer

Ignatian Prayer Group

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

The Ignatian Meditation Group meets every Friday in the crypt of the Chapel for Europeat 18:45 with an adoration and at 19:00 the guided meditation beginns. 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 the life of Christians who wants to live according to the Gospel. For more information, please contact: Fr. Bernd Guenther sj: bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu.  

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 once a month on Sundays. Mark the following dates in 2025 in your calendar: 30 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

Featured Featured 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 once a month on Sundays. Mark the following dates in 2025 in your calendar: 30 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