Chapel for Europe

Adoration
2026-05-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-18 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-11 12:00 - 14:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Mondays during lunchtime (12:00 to 14.00) we invite you to the Eucharistic adoration in the crypt. In the presence of Christ, the exposed blessed Sacrament, we watch and pray and remain silent to open ourselves to His graces…

Morning Prayer (fr)
2026-05-25 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-05-18 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-05-11 08:00 - 09:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
Come and discover our Morning Prayer with psalms, the Gospel of the day and intercession prayer, following mainly the prayer of the Laudes. The prayer are mostly in French, but can also be partly in English, depending on the attending persons.
30 minutes of prayer are followed by a coffee or tea together in the foyer of the Chapel. An excellent way to start the working day!
When:
Mondays, 8:00-9:00 at the Chapel
Wednesday, 8:00-9:00 via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82240793358#success, ID: 822 4079 3358 – There is no code, there is a waiting room. For more information, please contact: ALCARAZ Fabienne at Fabienne.ALCARAZ@ec.europa.eu
Fridays, 8:30-9:00 in the Crypt of the Chapel
Contact: Fabienne Alcaraz at Fabienne.ALCARAZ@ec.europa.eu

Mass for young professionals (En)
2026-05-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-10 19:00 - 20:00
We invite everybody, especially the young professionals from the European and International milieu, to come together to celebrate every Sunday with this (Catholic) mass, singing Taizé songs, sharing the Gospel, and praying together.
The service is usually in English. After the mass, we have a traditional drink and chat.
Contact: welcome@chapelforeurope.eu

Ignatian Meditation Group
2026-05-22 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-15 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
The 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.

Morning Prayer (fr)
2026-05-22 08:30 - 09:00, 2026-05-15 08:30 - 09:00, 2026-05-08 08:30 - 09:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
Come and discover our Morning Prayer with psalms, the Gospel of the day and intercession prayer, following mainly the prayer of the Laudes. The prayer are mostly in French, but can also be partly in English, depending on the attending persons.
30 minutes of prayer are followed by a coffee or tea together in the foyer of the Chapel. An excellent way to start the working day!
When:

Mondays, 8:00-9:00 at the Chapel
Wednesday, 8:00-9:00 via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82240793358#success , ID: 822 4079 3358 – There is no code, there is a waiting room. For more information, please contact: ALCARAZ Fabienne at Fabienne.ALCARAZ@ec.europa.eu
Fridays, 8:30-9:00 in the Crypt of the Chapel

Contact: Fabienne Alcaraz at Fabienne.ALCARAZ@ec.europa.eu

Ecumenical Thursday Prayer
2026-05-21 13:00, 2026-05-14 13:00, 2026-05-07 13:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
In English / En anglais.
Welcome back to our Food for Soul: Ecumenical Thursday Prayer, followed by a simple lunch in the upper room of the Chapel.
This moment of prayer and sharing a meal amid a busy week is held on Thursdays from 13:00 to 14:00.
Join us if you work in or around the EU Institutions or other organisations in Brussels!
You are welcome to participate if you would like some time to pray, reflect, and share with others during your busy workweek, also if you are interested in spirituality from different Christian traditions.
This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for to invite a colleague to (re)discover Jesus.
Representatives of the different Christian churches lead the Prayer:

In English / En anglais.
Join our Food for Soul: Ecumenical Thursday Prayer, followed by a simple lunch in the upper room of the Chapel.
This moment of prayer and sharing a meal amid a busy week is held on Thursdays from 13:00 to 14:00.
Join us if you work in or around the EU Institutions or other organisations in Brussels!
You are welcome to participate if you would like some time to pray, reflect, and share with others during your busy workweek, and if you are interested in spirituality from different Christian traditions.
This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for to invite a colleague to (re)discover Jesus.
Representatives of the different Christian churches lead the Prayer:

02.04. NO Ecumenical Prayer Lunch, Maundy Thursday
09.04. NO Ecumenical Prayer Lunch
16.04. by Johannes Reitze-Landau, Pastor, All Lutheran Church and/or Arani Sen, Senior Chaplain, Holy Trinity Anglican Church
23.04. by Katja Baumann, Pastor, German Protestant Church

Messe (fr.)
2026-05-20 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-05-19 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-05-13 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-05-12 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-05-06 13:15 - 13:50 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
At the Chapel for Europe weekly masses are celebrated on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 13:15.
The mass is celebrated according to the roman catholic liturgy including the Eucharist. Usually the celebration will be in French, on occasions also in English, depending the attendees.
The Chapel opens its doors and welcomes you from Monday to Thursday from 12:00 to 14:00 for a silent prayer, a moment of reflection or just some minutes of spiritual pause during the busy week days. Come as you are, you are always welcome!

Morning prayer online (fr)
2026-05-20 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-05-13 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-05-06 08:00 - 09:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium

Children's mass with parents
2026-05-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
The Mass will be held mainly in French; some parts may be in English, depending on the participants.

A celebration with children aged 0 to 6 and their families.
Celebrant: Fr. Bernd Günther SJ.
The following dates for the first half of 2026 are: 17 May and 21 June.
The Mass is especially for children aged 0 to 6, who remain on the large carpet in front of the altar, surrounded by their parents.
The service is adapted for children, including the hymns, homily and liturgy, to involve them as much as possible, and lasts 45 minutes (60 minutes including arrival and return of the rugs).
Afterwards, families gather for a light snack.
Breastfeeding is welcome, nappy changing is possible, and there are toilets and a lift for pushchairs in the chapel.
Families of other Christian denominations are welcome, in keeping with the Chapel’s ecumenical spirit (the celebration follows the Catholic liturgy).
Parents are invited to join the team of organizing parents, either regularly or occasionally, with:
– music during Mass (guitar, piano, singing or other)
– activities/entertainment based on the Sunday Gospel (colouring, collage, other)
– fruit/healthy snacks after Mass
For more information and if you are interested, please send an email to Fr. Bernd Günther SJ (bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu).

Contemplative Prayer
2026-05-10 17:00 - 19:00 | 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 5:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. once a month on Sundays.
Mark the following dates for the 1st semester of 2026: June 7 and July 12.
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

Opening of the Exhibition "Cyril and Methodius: Men of Dialogue"
2026-05-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
On the occasion of Europe Day and the Open Doors Day at the Chapel for Europe, we warmly invite you to the opening of the exhibition:
“CYRIL AND METHODIUS: Men of Dialogue”
When: May 9 at 15:00
Where: Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlant 22/24, 1040 Etterbeek
This exhibition, prepared in collaboration with the Together4Europe network, highlights two great spiritual and cultural figures of Europe. Saints Cyril and Methodius, brothers from Thessaloniki in the 9th century, were missionaries sent to the Slavic peoples. They are best known for creating the Glagolitic alphabet, which made it possible to translate liturgical texts into local languages, thus opening new paths for dialogue between cultures, languages, and traditions. Their legacy has deeply shaped European history, and today they are honoured as co-patrons of Europe and as patron saints in many European countries.
Their message resonates strongly at the heart of the European Quarter: a call to unity in diversity, to dialogue among peoples, and to mutual understanding across cultures.
Before or after the vernissage, take time to enjoy the Open Doors Day (11:00 to 17:00): visit the Chapel, pause for a coffee or tea, and learn more about our mission as a space for prayer, reflection, and dialogue and our programme. Click HERE for more information.
Join us in celebrating Europe Day through art, history, and encounter!
You can visit the exhibition during the Chapel’s opening hours, Monday to Thursday from 12:00 to 14:00 until the summer closing of the Chapel.
If you would like to have a group visit with your community or friends, please get in touch with us at welcome@chapelforeurope.eu.

Open Doors Day at the Chapel for Europe
2026-05-09 11:00 - 17:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
Celebrate Europe Day at the Chapel for Europe – Open Doors Day 2026 🇪🇺
On May 9, Europe Day, the European institutions open their doors to the public, and the Chapel for Europe warmly invites you to be part of this special day in the heart of the European Quarter!
When: From 11:00 to 17:00, come and discover the Chapel for Europe: a unique space with an ecumenical vocation, located in the heart of Brussels’ European Quarter. It is a place dedicated to prayer, reflection, and dialogue at the crossroads of European life. Its programme is inspired by Gospel values, committed to solidarity, and devoted to spiritual and personal growth.
This year is especially meaningful as we celebrate our 25th anniversary!
Whether you are curious, looking for a quiet moment, or simply wish to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and a friendly chat, our doors are open to you. Learn more about our history, our mission, and our diverse programme, including prayer groups, celebrations, spiritual workshops, round tables, and cultural events.
Special highlight of the day:
At 15:00, join us for the opening and introduction (vernissage) of our exhibition:
“Cyril and Methodius: Men of Dialogue”
Organised in collaboration with the Together4Europe network, this exhibition explores the legacy of these two remarkable saints, known for creating the Glagolitic alphabet, the first script used to transcribe Old Church Slavonic—and for their enduring contribution to dialogue between cultures and faiths.
Where: You will find us at 22–24 Rue Van Maerlant, right between the European Commission and the European Parliament, next to the European Commission Library.
We look forward to welcoming you!
