All are invited to our contemplative worship services.
What is Taizé?
Lasting about 30 mins, a Taizé service includes chant-like simple songs sung repeatedly, surrounded by brief periods of silence, Scripture, and prayer. We invite you to come as you are and invite anyone else who may desire a simple evening of singing, praying, and sacred reflection.
2024-2025 Taizé Dates:
Services will take place in either the Memorial Garden or the Sanctuary (check church communications in advance of each date).
- September 17, 2024, 7:30 pm
- October 15, 2024, 7:30 pm
- November 19, 2024, 7:30 pm
- no Taizé in December
- January 21, 2025, 7:30 pm
- February 18, 2025, 7:30 pm
- March 18, 2025, 7:30 pm
- no Taizé in April
- May 20, 2025, 7:30 pm
![Taize Advent](https://upcch.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Taize-Advent.jpeg)
Taizé Advent Retreat
Each Advent, we offer an opportunity to attend a Taizé retreat at St. Francis Springs Retreat Center. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Chantres de Taizé
The “Cantors of Taizé” offer musical leadership for the monthly contemplative worship services typically held on Tuesday evenings. The ensemble welcomes both singers and instrumentalists. The Taizé service at University Church consists of scripture readings, silence and simple chants that allow space for creativity and spontaneous improvisation. Musicians meet an before the service to rehearse. If you are interested in participating with this ensemble, contact Dallin.