Taizé Prayer
A quiet evening of chant, candlelight, prayer, and silence.
Join us in the Campbell Chapel for contemplative worship shaped by simple song, scripture, stillness, and prayer.
Occasional Saturday nights at 5:00 p.m.
Peter’s Episcopal Church in Arlington, VA
About Taizé Prayer
Taizé is an ecumenical monastic community in France dedicated to peace and reconciliation among all people.
Taizé prayer is centered on simple repeated chants, silence, scripture, and candlelight. The songs are intentionally uncomplicated and meditative, allowing prayer to move gently from the mind into the heart. As words and melodies are repeated, worship becomes spacious, reflective, and deeply peaceful.
Held in the quiet intimacy of the Side Chapel, this service offers space to breathe, listen, pray, and rest in the presence of God.
What to Expect
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Simple meditative chants
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Candlelighting
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Scripture and prayer
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Silence for reflection
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Holy Communion
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Caring & welcoming atmosphere
No previous experience is necessary.
The repetition of the music allows each person to enter the prayer as they feel comfortable.
Come as You Are
You are welcome to sing, listen, light a candle, pray, or simply sit in stillness.