Suomen ortodoksinen kirkko • Konstantinopolin ekumeeninen patriarkaatti
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, In October I was blessed with the opportunity to visit Ahvenanmaa and Turku to meet our Romanian brothers and sisters. The purpose of my visit was to offer a chance for discussion and to build bridges within the multicultural family of our church. To my great disappointment and sorrow,… Continue Reading Achbishop Elia: Together in Christ
In the year 2025, the Turku Orthodox Parish is granting Christmas support. The Christmas support is available to low-income households who are members of the Turku Orthodox Parish (families, couples or single people). The instructions for application can be received by contacting turku@ort.fi or visiting the Parish Office (Yliopistonkatu 19 B 3). Please note that the application… Continue Reading The Turku Orthodox Parish Christmas support
Our parish’s second priest, Father Vladimiros Rusanen, has resigned from his position as of August 18, 2025. Father Vladimiros will no longer have any work obligations as of August 19. The parish thanks Father Vladimiros for his work on behalf of the parish and wishes him well. The parish will begin preparations to fill the… Continue Reading Change in parish staffing
Pyhän Aleksandran kirkko (Turun ortodoksinen kirkko) on avoinna vierailijoille la 31.5.2025 klo 11-14.30. The Orthodox Church of Saint Alexandra in Turku is open 31st May from 11 a.m. to 2.30 p.m.
Svenska Yle will be filming in the church as follows: Wed, April 16 at 9:00 AM – Presanctified Divine LiturgyFri, April 18 at 5:00 PM – Matins, The LamentationSat, April 19 at 10:00 AM – Multilingual Vespers and Divine LiturgySat, April 19 at 11:30 PM – Paschal matins, ivine liturgy & Festive Meal in the… Continue Reading Announcement / Svenska Yle will be filming in the church
The replica of the ”Intercession of the Theotokos” (Pokrova) icon, created on an armored plate in February–March 2025, is a unique masterpiece of Ukrainian sacred art, distinguished by its intricate and multi-figure composition. The icon was commissioned by the Ukrainians of Finland association (Suomen Ukrainalaiset ry) and presented as a gift to the Church of… Continue Reading ”Intercession of the Theotokos” Icon: A Gift of Faith and Resilience
The traditional Paschal meal will be served in the parish hall after the Liturgy of Holy Pascha, around 3:00 AM. This year, we will be offering a variety of different Orthodox Paschal meals. You can purchase tickets from the parish office between March 24th and April 12th. Please note that there is a limited number… Continue Reading Paschal Meal on Sunday, April 20th, at 3:00 AM
Hey!This is where you can register for the family camp on 22.3-23.3! The camp will be organized at the parish hall, but overnight stay will be at home. The camp is free, but meals will be arranged together with the parents!The program includes outdoor activities, a science workshop, a music session, and games for children.… Continue Reading Family camp 22.-23.3.
The new website of Turku Orthodox Parish will be launched on Sunday 2 February 2025 at ort.fi/turku. The renewal emphasises clarity and versatility. Please note that during the launch the website may be temporarily unavailable. The renewed website of Turku Orthodox Parish contains more information on, for example, life in the parish, decision-making and divine… Continue Reading Turku Orthodox Parish publishes new website