It was 11 years ago that Krystian Sowa became the director of the Chapel for Europe in Brussels.

It is a unique Chapel, located in the middle of the EU quarter and it has a clear ecumenical, European and inter-religious mission.

 Thanks to Krystian this very special place of worship has become the Soul for Europe where people meet, pray, exchange views, learn, enjoy, deepen their faith, discover….

 It all happened thanks to Krystian’s natural ability to bring people together. When I started working with him 9 years ago it was one of the first things he told me about as his vision for the Chapel. To connect people in faith and create understanding through knowledge. It was clear that is was his calling and this is what he has been doing for the last 11 years.

It is not an easy task but he managed to create a common space, friendly atmosphere and an exceptional welcoming spirit within the Chapel so that anyone who comes by, regardless of background, opinions or beliefs can feel like at home.

 It has been a wonderful experience for me to work with Krystian through all these years. He is an exceptional person, dedicated to his work and his friends and I am honored to say I am one of them.

 I am of Spanish origin and with Krystian I rediscovered my own country. He is a enthusiastic lover of the Camino de Santiago, which he has walked at least five times! And he still plans to walk it in new, other ways. He speaks Spanish like a native and listens to Spanish audio-books while riding his bike.

 His next adventure will take him to Rome, working at Radio Vaticana in the Polish section. He already has experience in making of a radio show thanks to collaborating in our monthly radio program “A Soul for Europe” in RCF station in Brussels.

 He will be much missed by all our team, Esmeralda, Laura and myself, and also by all the friends of the Chapel.

For his new chapter in life we all wish him a MUY BUEN CAMINO and he will be in our prayers!

 Thank you Krystian for being you and sharing it with all of us!

Sabina Gonzalez Vilas

Communications and Fundraising Manager at the Chapel for Europe - Brussels