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Young people from Nassauer Land experience an inspiring Taizé journey
16 students from the Rhein-Lahn district experienced an enriching international encounter in Taizé, France, over Ascension Day.
Young people from Nassauer Land experience an inspiring Taizé journey
On June 27, 2025, 16 students from the Evangelical Deanery in Nassauer Land, the Goethe-Gymnasium Bad Ems, the Johannesgymnasium Lahnstein and the Leifheit Campus Nassau will set off for an exciting international encounter in Taizé. This trip took place over Ascension Day and lasted five days, accompanied by dedicated teachers and school priests. It not only consisted of excursions and celebrations, but also aimed to offer the young people space for personal reflection and communal life, reports the Ben Courier.
Located in a tranquil French village, the Taizé community is known for its hospitality and promotion of peace and understanding. Around 80 brothers from 30 different countries live here, including Catholics, Anglicans and members of Protestant churches taize.fr is to be read. The brothers are involved globally by organizing youth meetings in Europe, Africa, Asia and North and South America and giving young people the opportunity to reflect on their personal future.
Friendship & Community
From daily prayer times to Bible discussions and shared meals – the activities in Taizé made a valuable contribution to the personal development of the participants. One student described how she had a deeply moving experience while praying on the cross. This shows how important such places are, where the pace of everyday life is slowed down and real encounters can take place. These precious moments of silence and reflection do not leave the young people untouched.
Participating in this program is not only a break from everyday school life, but also an opportunity to reflect on responsibility and peace in the world. The students report new perspectives and impulses that they would like to take with them for a more peaceful coexistence at home.
A long tradition
The Taizé community has a long tradition of commitment to reconciliation and peace, beginning with its founding in 1940 by the reformed pastor Roger Schutz. Roger was a refuge for many people in need during the war and shared what little he had with German prisoners of war. This history of sharing and simplicity also informs today's activities of the community, which continues to attract tens of thousands of young people to experience life in community and faith, as the website of The Bible points out ( The Bible ).
In summary, it can be said that the trip to Taizé was more than just a school excursion for the young people from the Evangelical Deanery. It was a memorable opportunity that laid the foundation for a deeper understanding of humanity and peace - both personally and across borders.