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What I like about Paris Epicentre is that it's a place for cross-fertilisation, unity and new collaborations. It's a very rich ecosystem of churches and works that can in a Parisian context where rents are exorbitant. So it corresponds fully in line with the CNEF's vision of encouraging this kind of place. It's even a source of inspiration, because it's a successful experiment that can be reproduced elsewhere.

For our two annual plenary meetings, we wanted to invent a new format and find a suitable venue for more in-depth discussions. and find a suitable venue for more participative discussions. Paris Epicentre is really suited to this, in terms of space and conviviality. There are around 120 of us and we sit around tables in groups of ten to work on specific topics and pray together.  What's more, it's very accessible and well served. We're always very happy to meet there! There's also a real sense of communion with the team at the and the quality of the welcome is remarkable.

Having a place like Paris Epicentre for Ensemble 2024 made a world of difference. It was more than just a venue—it was a home base, a hub of connection, worship, prayer, and strategy for the unity of the Church during the Games outreach. The sense of belonging, of being anchored in the heart of Paris, gave us the space to gather, pray, plan, and be sent out again into the city.

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Epicentre became a visible and practical expression of the Church’s presence and mission in Paris. It showed how vital it is to have a dedicated place where people from different backgrounds, nations, and organizations can come together for Kingdom purposes. What we experienced there has lasting impact, and it’s clear that a place like this is essential—not just for big events like the Games, but for the ongoing work of the Church in France.

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We’re incredibly grateful for what Epicentre made possible and wholeheartedly support the vision to secure it for the future.

Joy Womack is no ordinary dancer.  An international figure in ballet, she is also founder of a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting dancers, whether they are training, retraining or creating. At Paris Epicentre, Joy has found more than just a studio: a living, deeply human space where her artistic projects where her artistic projects take on their full meaning. A place to create, pass on and support

"At Epicentre, we've been able to organise auditions, rehearsals and events in a friendly, professional and supportive environment. in a caring, professional and inspiring environment," explains Joy.  For her, it was a real for her: "This space has enabled us to realise a dream, to build a structure that supports artists in their development. Thanks to the teams warm welcome, which is always responsive and ready to listen, Joy has been able to give shape to projects that would have been difficult elsewhere - especially in Paris where affordable venues accessible to for artists are few. "Their faith in our vision has given us the strength to move forward, even in times of doubt."

Katya is a piano teacher and one of the leaders at La Cite Church. Thanks to Paris Epicentre, she has been teaching 14 students a week since September 2024.

On two occasions, she has organized concerts where her students could invite family and friends.

This mingling of Christians and non-believers has given rise to many constructive conversations about faith. It's these kinds of encounters that we're actively seeking to multiply!

Claudia was looking for premises for her sports classes, Association WELL - Centre d'Education du Mouvement. So she turned to Paris Épicentre and became our first client.Meet Claudia, gentle gymnastics teacher in Paris. Claudia was looking for premises for her sports classes, Association WELL - Centre d'Education du Mouvement. So she turned to Paris Épicentre and became our first client.

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But the best part is that she has since joined La Cité church and is growing in her faith. She has also gone from 2 to 14 sports classes a week, and encourages her students to take part in Paris Epicentre activities. For us, Claudia embodies the beginnings of what we hope to experience through Paris Epicentre!

"We planted the Ouvrage church in September 2022 in houses. Then in January 2023, we rented space in a small Montessori school. Doug had to set up and store the sound system in his car for every meeting! Then several couples from the church had a baby at the same time, so the place became too small. While we were looking for a solution, we heard about Paris Epicentre. We met Fred, with whom we had a very good first contact. He invited us to visit the premises in December. Together we decided to do a test run on 2 Sundays, which was very conclusive. As a result, we moved to Paris Epicentre in January 2024, and for us it was a great blessing and a guarantee of stability!"

Paris Epicentre allows us to experience edifying worship and to have spaces for our children. We may belong to different churches, but we share the same vision with Fred and his team: reaching Paris for Christ! And to do that, we need churches from traditions that preach the Word. We're particularly keen on the area around Gare de Lyon, Bercy, close to Paris Epicentre: it's a place of transit, a railway junction.  It's a hub with a lot of life and businesses. And yet, there are entire neighbourhoods there without a church! That's why we'd like to reach them and eventually plant more churches.

Before, we were in a room where our gatherings disturbed the neighbors. Today, that's no longer the case, and the room we rent at Paris Épicentre allows us to welcome more people and unfold the vision God has put on our hearts. We can add services, play more musicians, and so on. 

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Meeting Fred Dalais and the whole team in 2023 was truly a divine connection. Since then, it's been easy to work with them because we're all looking in the same direction, and they understand our issues! They always try to accommodate us, with great kindness and goodwill. 

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We also have a permanent location for all our equipment, and as our worship group does a lot of touring, it's very practical! In fact, beyond our gatherings, Paris Épicentre has really become our HQ, and for us, it's been a game changer!

A graduate of the Beaux-Arts and Arts Décoratifs schools in Paris, Delphine has long worked in fashion and textiles for prestigious houses such as Chloé and Chanel. But her life took a new turn when she became a mother: She felt the need to slow down to accompany her children. That's when she became a member of the artistic and digital factory at Rosny sous-bois. And three years later, the Arc-en-Ciel association in Sainte-Clotilde. 5 years ago, the sisters had to take over the premises, and Delphine found herself without a suitable work space. For a while, she improvised and adapted, until March 2024 and her decisive meeting with Edgar at Paris Epicentre.  "Edgar offered me a magnificent venue, with a warm atmosphere and a real spirit of service", she confides.  At Paris Epicentre, she can finally work under good conditions, with her own space, her own cupboard, and the freedom to organise her workshops as she sees fit. "These are small things, but they change everything. I've been able to buy quality equipment and store it safely, without having to hide it. The result: a more fluid organisation and simplified teaching methods. Delphine says with emotion, "here, the good vibes are palpable. I've gone from from a complicated place to a real cocoon. And above all, I feel respected in my autonomy."