Chapel for Europe

Messe (fr.)
2026-04-28 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-04-22 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-04-21 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-04-15 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-04-14 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-04-08 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-04-07 13:15 - 13:50, 2026-04-01 13:15 - 13:50 (Europe/Brussels) | 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!

Adoration
2026-04-27 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-20 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-13 12:00 - 14:00
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)
2026-04-27 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-04-20 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-04-13 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)
2026-04-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-19 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
2026-04-24 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-17 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-10 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)
2026-04-24 08:30 - 09:00, 2026-04-17 08:30 - 09:00, 2026-04-10 08:30 - 09:00, 2026-04-03 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
2026-04-23 13:00, 2026-04-16 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

My Way in Europe: Career Orientation Evening for EU Young Professionals
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
My Way in Europe: Career Orientation Evening for EU Young Professionals: Insights from Mr Marc Lemaître
Join us for an inspiring and forward-looking evening with Marc Lemaître, Director-General for Research and Innovation at the European Commission.
With a distinguished career spanning key roles across the European institutions, Marc Lemaître has been at the forefront of shaping Europe’s research, innovation, and industrial policy. In this special edition of My Way in Europe, he will share his professional journey, personal insights, and lessons learned along the way, offering valuable guidance for EU trainees, interns, and young professionals navigating their own European career paths.
Discover what it means to work at the heart of Europe’s innovation ecosystem, gain first-hand insights into the “EU way”, and explore how ambition, adaptability, and purpose can shape a meaningful career in the EU institutions.
When: Wednesday, 22 April 2026 at 19:00Where: Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlant, 22/24, 1040 Etterbeek
This evening is a unique opportunity to learn from an experienced EU leader, ask questions, and connect with fellow young professionals from across the EU community. Whether you are just starting your journey or looking to shape your next steps, this event will provide inspiration, practical advice, and valuable networking.
No registration needed. Come as you are and take a step further on your way in Europe.

Morning prayer online (fr)
2026-04-22 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-04-15 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-04-08 08:00 - 09:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium

Children's mass with parents
2026-04-19 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).
