Chapel for Europe

Messe (fr.)
2026-09-15 13:15 - 14:50, 2026-09-16 13:15 - 14:50, 2026-09-22 13:15 - 14:50, 2026-09-23 13:15 - 14:50, 2026-09-29 13:15 - 14:50, 2026-09-30 13:15 - 14:50 (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!

Morning prayer online (fr)
2026-09-16 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-09-23 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-09-30 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

Thursday Ecumenical Prayer
2026-09-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
In English / En anglais.
Join our Food for Soul: Thursday Ecumenical 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 organizations 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.
10.09. by: Florian Gonzalez, Parish Pastor, Protestant Church Bruxelles-Botanique
17.09. by: Arani Sen, Senior Chaplain, Holy Trinity Anglican Church
24.09. by: Jaakko Heinimäki, Pastor, Benelux Finnish Seamen’s Mission

Morning Prayer (fr)
2026-09-18 08:30 - 09:00, 2026-09-25 08:30 - 09:00, 2026-10-02 08:30 - 09:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium

Ignatian Meditation Group
2026-09-18 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-25 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-10-02 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.

Mass for young professionals (En)
2026-09-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-04 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

Morning Prayer (fr)
2026-09-21 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-09-28 08:00 - 09:00, 2026-10-05 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

Adoration
2026-09-21 12:00, 2026-09-28 12:00, 2026-10-05 12:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
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…

Silent contemplative prayer group
2026-09-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
Silent contemplative prayer group
Contemplative prayer is a tradition dating back to the early days of Christianity, which seeks silent union with God; it experienced a revival in the twentieth century through the teachings of John Main (1926–1982), Thomas Keating (1923–2010) and Franz Jalics (1927–2021).
When? The contemplative meditation group meets in the crypt from 5:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. once a month on Sundays.
Next dates in 2026: 27 September, 25 October, 15 November and 13 December.
Open to everyone willing to practice silent contemplative prayer in a community. Newcomers welcome!
How is this time of prayer going?
– 17:00 – 17:20 – Chi kung (contemplative movement)
– 17:25 – 17:50 – Sitting meditation (25 minutes)
– 17:50 – 18:00 – Walking meditation (10 minutes)
– 18:00 – 18:25 – Sitting meditation (25 minutes)
– 18:25 – 18:35 – Short sharing
– 18:35 – 18:45 – Time to put the crypt in order
Those who wish can stay for the Mass at 19:00.
Welcome!
Contemplative prayer is a tradition dating back to the early days of Christianity, which seeks silent union with God; it experienced a revival in the twentieth century through the teachings of John Main (1926–1982), Thomas Keating (1923–2010) and Franz Jalics (1927–2021).
Click for more information in English on Franz Jalics SJ, Thomas Keating OCSO and John Main OSB and the World Community for Christian Meditation.

Alpha Course at the Chapel - September 2026
2026-09-30 19:00 - 20:30 | 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 course is a chance to share your thoughts on the session’s topic and discuss it in your small group. 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.
Here you find an introduction video.
Dates: 12 Wednesdays from 19:00 to 20:30, starting on Wednesday, 30 September, and once on a Saturday, date to be confirmed.
Registration is required. For registration, click HERE and go to the bottom of that webpage. For further information and questions, contact Fr. Bernd Guenther at: bernd.guenther@chapelforeurope.eu

Prayerful Poetry Reading on "Vivre debout. 65 poèmes au fil des jours"
2026-10-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Chapel for Europe, Rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, Brussels, Belgium
Event in French.
The Chapel for Europe is pleased to host a prayerful reading of selected poems from Vivre debout. 65 poèmes au fil des jours by theologian and pastor Lydia Lehmann.
Thursday 1 October 2026 – 19:00 at the Chapel for Europe, 22–24 Rue Van Maerlant, 1040 Brussels.
For Lydia Lehmann, writing poetry is “praying slowly.” Reading these poems together invites us to slow down, to listen attentively, and to discover new meaning through words, silence and music. At the beginning of a new season, this evening offers a space to step back from the pace of daily life and the constant flow of news, and to nurture hope, peace and our inner life.
The prayerful reading will bring together:

Lydia Lehmann, theologian and pastor in Brussels, author of Standing Tall: 65 Poems for the Journey of Everyday Life and Side by Side: When Women and Men Walk Together. A poetry lover since her teenage years, she is also coordinator of the blog servirensemble.com.
Vincent Beckers – Smetana, musician, writer, actor and photographer, who leads creative writing workshops and literacy projects, and gives performances exploring the dialogue between art and the Bible. He will join Lydia Lehmann for a two-voice reading.
Joëlle Philippe, who works in international development and, alongside her professional life, continues to cultivate her passion for the piano. She will accompany the evening musically.

Following the prayerful reading, you are warmly invited to stay for a simple reception, which offers an opportunity to meet the author and the other participants, continue the conversation, and share a moment in community.
Copies of the book will be available for purchase after the event, and P. Lydia Lehmann will be happy to sign them.
Everyone is warmly welcome.
As the Chapel for Europe is sustained by voluntary contributions, donations to support its mission are warmly appreciated.
