This past weekend, a small group of church members from Toksovo, Leningrad Oblast, visited the Congregation in Vidlitsa, Karelia. The group went mushrooming and berry-picking in a forest, read the Bible, prayed together, and enjoyed a sauna. On Sunday, September 13, they attended the divine service in Olonets and on the way back they stopped to … [Read more...]
Outing in Petrozavodsk
On September 12, 2020, the Holy Spirit Congregation in Petrozavodsk, Karelia, organized an outdoor outing. Men, women, and kids had a great social time together, checked their knowledge of Scripture and the Catechism, and had a picnic! Thank you everybody for helping and joining in, and we hope such get-togethers become a good tradition! Source … [Read more...]
Rev. Menaker Meets with Young Children and Teenagers
On September 11, 2020, Rev. Oleg Menaker, the pastor of Harlu Church in Läskelä, Karelia, met with young children and teenagers. Rev. Menaker: "We talked about happiness and God, the wedding feast and patience, judgment and mercy. Happiness may not necessarily be where you're looking for it, but it will always be where God is. Look for your … [Read more...]
Children’s Bible Studies in Summer
In summer, some of the Church of Ingria congregations conduct regular Bible studies for children. At the Congregation in Skvoritsy, Leningrad Oblast, the latest class on Jesus fasting in the wilderness and His temptation by the devil, included an illustrative visit to the church’s roof. (Lk. 4:9-12) At the Congregation in Kem, Karelia, they … [Read more...]
Bed & Breakfast at Ruskeala Church
The Lutheran church in Ruskeala, Karelia, offers its guests accommodation in rooms for two, three, and four persons! For a donation of ₽1,500 per person you can stay in the cozy rooms and have delicious baked goods for breakfast. Guests are welcome all the year round! Contact Tamara at +7-921-467-63-20. Source & photos … [Read more...]