Your Spiritual Routine in Rome: A Guide for JW Travelers

It’s not always possible to attend meetings in person while on vacation due to limited time, let's face it. But for many, visiting a local congregation is an essential part of their journey. Beyond the spiritual encouragement, meeting local brothers and sisters allows you to connect with trusted people who can offer helpful suggestions on what to do (and what to avoid) in Rome. It is a wonderful opportunity to build lifelong international friendships.

Maintaining Your Spiritual Routine: How to Find a Meeting

First of all, where and when are the meetings held? For the most accurate and up-to-date information, you should always refer to the official website (jw.org). Meeting times and days can change, so it wouldn't be practical to list them all here.

Currently, there are a couple of English-speaking and seven or eight Spanish-speaking congregations in the Rome area. Of course, you may also wish to attend a meeting in Italian to fully immerse yourself in the local culture. Simply use the meeting finder portal, select your preferred language, and find the Kingdom Hall closest to your accommodation.

An AI-generated example of a Jehovah's Witnesses Christian congregation in Italy

Reaching the Kingdom Hall

The English-speaking congregation located in the center of Rome is often the most convenient choice for vacationers.

Public Transportation Directions:

• Metro A Line: Get off at the San Giovanni stop.

• Metro C Line: Get off at the Porta Metronia stop.

• Bus Lines: Lines 714 (departing from Termini Central Station), 81, and 792 all stop directly in front of or very near the Kingdom Hall.

Tour Leader Tip: To find the most efficient route from your specific B&B or hotel, I recommend using this tool. Enter the Kingdom Hall address as your destination.

What is the Ministry Like in Rome?

Many visitors ask what the preaching work is like in the Eternal City. Like most large European metropolises, Rome is quite secularized.

In the historic and archaeological center, residential homes are rare. Most apartments have been converted into vacation rentals or B&Bs. The few remaining residents are often elderly or professionals who are away for work all day. As you move away from the tourist areas into the outskirts, the neighborhoods become more traditional, and people are generally found at home during weekends or summer evenings. Most Bible students making progress in Italian congregations are relatives, friends, colleagues, or those who have studied in the past and are now returning. There may be one or two studies like these in a typical Italian congregation.

The Multilingual Field: In the multilingual field, there is a constant and vibrant turnover. Rome attracts many people seeking work and better opportunities, creating a diverse and international territory. While it can be challenging to start conversations in the busy city center, the local congregations continue to see progress, especially within the international communities that have settled in Rome over the last decades.

Whether you are simply curious or want to actively participate in the local spiritual activities, now you have the essentials to navigate your spiritual routine in Rome!