Contemplative Evening Services in the Taizé Prayer Tradition
reflecting the practice of the monastic community
in Taizé, France
Music, silences, candlelight, psalms and other scripture readings, prayers, and brief, repeated choruses are essential to the meditative character of Taizé worship.
In keeping with centuries-old monastic tradition, the movement of the service is not broken by instructions or personal comments. An informative sheet is made available as worshipers enter the space in silence.
Floor cushions are generally available near the front of the seating area. In harmony with Taizé practice, all face the same direction to indicate that we are praying not to each other but to Christ.
The service lasts under an hour and is timed to coincide with sunset.
All are welcome!
These services are offered as a partnership of Montreat Presbyterian Church and Montreat Conference Center and are held in Upper Anderson.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:00 P.M.Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 8:00 P.M.Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 8:00 P.M.Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 5:30 P.M.
