We extend our sincere condolences to the brothers and sisters from the Roman Catholic Church because of Pope Francis’ death. Pope Francis was devoted to the Lord in ministry throughout his life. Our Church’s representatives had some blessed opportunities to meet with him personally. Among them – bishop Arri Kugappi, rector of the Theological … [Read more...]
Easter Greetings from bishop Ivan Laptev
Immersive supper of Passover in Annenkirche
On April 15, 2025, an immersive supper of Passover was held in Annenkirche (St. Petersburg). The large worship hall was transformed into an authentic place for the meal. The guests took part in Passover Seder – a special ritual with the prescribed set of actions, prayers, dishes and beverages during the Pesach feast. Such a ritual preceded our … [Read more...]
Confirmation and Holy Baptism in March, 2025
On March 2, Bogdan was confirmed in Jaani Kirik (St. Petersburg). On March 5, Alexander was confirmed in Petrozavodsk. Он March 9, Kristina was confirmed in St. Michael’s Church (St. Petersburg). On March 23, Anastasia was confirmed in Annenkirche (St. Petersburg). On March 30, Zhanna was confirmed in Tyrö (the Leningrad Region), Roman in … [Read more...]
The first Lutheran bishop for Turkey was consecrated in Adana
On April 6, 2025, the first Lutheran bishop for Turkey, head of the Istanbul Lutheran Church, was consecrated in Adana, Turkey, near Tarsus of Cilicia, the native town of the Apostle Paul. Bishops and pastors from Russia, Finland, Latvia, the USA, Sweden, Denmark, Romania, Bulgaria, and Turkey gathered in Adana to share the privilege of being … [Read more...]
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