Taize
Based in the south of France, the Community of Taizé ministers to young people from all over the world. Founded by Brother Roger, a Swiss monk, during the Second World War, the brothers work for reconciliation between Christians.
The meditative music and style of prayer adopted by the community is now used by many groups and churches. More information can be found on the community's web site.
www.taize.fr/en
This is where I'm hoping to be starting November 12. If it works, I'm going to spend a week there with the monks. I'm really excited - but need some prayer:
That all of the travel details will work out, I'll be able to make the necessary preparations online (I'll be spending a little time in Paris before and after), and will be able to navigate my way through France without speaking a word of their language.
Trying to work out some financial issues - I have plenty of money here in cash, but no way to deposit it into my bank account, which means I'm limited on the use of my credit card. It'll turn out okay, but I'm worried and need to get back to trusting God!
That I'd finish up work well this next week, not slacking and still looking for opportunities.
That I'll make good use of my last week here in Belfast, seeing people and saying goodbye - aww, sad.
That God would speak to me during my time at Taize and I'd grow in my faith, for future benefits yet unknown. Yay!
That I'd be safe until I get home to see all of yoooooooooou! :)
Thank you! The countdown has begun. I love all of you very much!
posted by Lacey @ 7:55 AM
5 Comments:
we are counting, down the days of your return too the USA. Also.
Love Grams
Have a safe and good time.
Do you think the monks would want a cat? Love you, Mom
Lacey just called from France! She's with the monks and having quite an experience. Chanting and being around people who don't believe exactly what she believes has been a real stretch for her. She was surprised to find that there were so many people there who were not Christians. She doesn't have internet so I told her I'd let everyone know that she's doing great but misses all of us! She'll be celebrating Thanksgiving in Italy next week.
Kim
Lacey, I was praying for you today, for God to guide your steps, and wanted to write you a little note. I really miss you and can't wait to see you. I will pray about your time with the monks :) We love you!!!
In case Lacey doesn't get time to blog again, I'll let you all know that she's off to Italy next and will be staying with a friend who lives just outside of Milan. She's hoping to see a few other cities in Italy while she's there. Her exciting news...guess who she saw at the train station in Paris?? Matt Damon!
Kim (Lacey's mom)
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