The congregation of St. Mary's Lutheran Cathedral in St. Petersburg marked the day after Christmas according to the Gregorian and the Julian calendars, Dec. 26 and Jan. 8 respectively, by showing a Christmas musical drama in the style of a Fastnachtspiel, presenting biblical history as well as theatrical art. Original post in Russian & … [Read more...]
Video: children’s inclusive Christmas retreat in Gubanitsy
From January 4-5, 2022, the Lutheran Church of Gubanitsy, Leningrad Oblast, hosted an inclusive Christmas retreat for children. Thanks be to the Lord! Click link to watch video … [Read more...]
Youth retreat in Koltushi
From January 3-6, 2022, the Lutheran Church of Koltushi, Leningrad Oblast, hosted a youth retreat—“Storm Warning.” Blessings in the new year as you guys follow Jesus! Many thanks to the coworkers and volunteers of the ELCIR Children & Youth Department for your service! “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he … [Read more...]
Moksha-Erzya Church teaches children about Advent
On December 18, 2021, Moksha-Erzya Lutheran Church of Saransk, Mordovia, held a children's meeting—"Looking Forward to Christmas." The kids talked about Advent and the meaning of each Advent candle, had kompott and bread rolls, decorated the Christmas tree, and each got a poem to learn for Christmas. Information courtesy of Natalia … [Read more...]
St. Anne’s Church selects grant recipients
On December 15, 2021, the expert committee of St. Anne’s Church Grant with Bishop Laptev in attendance met to vote for the winners of a project proposals contest. The ₽500,000 of prize money will be divided among the winning ELCIR congregations. A total of 13 congregations applied for the grant. Their project proposals were evaluated based on … [Read more...]
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