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...]
Fathers & Children Camping August 14-16
From August 14-16, 2020, the St. Petersburg Deanery of The Church of Ingria invites you to join its annual Fathers & Children Camping on the shore of Lake Uuksujärvi in Karelia. Organization and program:- Spiritual fellowship, open-air worship service, recreation, fishing, and traditional fish soup.- Accommodation and meals should be covered by … [Read more...]
SPb Deanery Conducts Summer Retreat, Plans Camping
Activities of the St. Petersburg Deanery of The Church of Ingria Summer Spiritual Days. Fathers & Children Camping. It’s been around ten years that the St. Petersburg Deanery has been organizing summertime retreats and outings for church members called Spiritual Days. The idea originated from the close friendship with Firstborn Laestadians in … [Read more...]
Family Camping a Great Time Together
From July 17-19, 2020, family ministry servants Vitali and Marina Mikhalitsyn from the ELCIR St. Petersburg Deanery organized a family camping, “The Challenges of the Journey.” The participants camped at a picturesque place on the shore of Lake Uuksujärvi, Republic of Karelia. The group included around 10 families. The main goal of the camping was … [Read more...]