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Taizé Worship Join in a service of quiet meditation, scripture reading, singing of chants and other simple repetitive hymns or songs, and prayer. A unique feature of Taizé is the substantial silent time for meditation. The third Sunday of each month is generally a communion service. Taizé worship originated with the Taizé community in France. The Taizé service is planned and led by a lay group from the congregation on a rotating basis. Musical leadership is varied with guitar, organ, hammered dulcimer, and piano employed from one week to the next. The schedule for leadership is maintained by Peg Hulslander and Etta Barksdale. Attendance at the Taizé service typically runs between 6 and 20 participants. If a simple, participatory worship time where the only spoken words are scripture and prayer appeals to you, please give the Taizé service a try. When you arrive, sign the Caring Roll of the Community and pick up a copy of the congregational announcements, the order of worship, and the Taizé songbook. What time should I plan to arrive?Parking for Taizé is no problem, but consider arriving early enough to allow time for centering prayer before the service begins. Not sure what centering prayer is? Ask a Taizé participant after the service; it is easier to explain in discussion than on paper. |