April May 2025

Uskon asialla – In the Matter of Faith   Spring nature awakens around us. Buds open on the trees, and flowers rise from the ground that have been sown there as seeds. When we admire nature, we see and experience God’s goodness around us. Jesus...

February March 2025

Uskon asialla – In the Matter of Faith   A familiar spiritual song, which has also been heard at Emmaus, says, “It is difficult to love, but I wish I could learn.” To love is not always easy, and having faith can be challenging too. Faith should not be...

December 2024 January 2025

Paljonko matkaa seimelle? – How far is it to the manger? Joseph and Mary’s Journey to BethlehemJoseph and Mary’s journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem took an estimated four days. Donkey’s speed was not much help on a journey of about 150 kilometers. We...

November 2024

Kirkkautta kohti  – Towards Glory The arrival of autumn brings with it a splendor of colors. The green leaves of the trees turn yellow, orange, and red, displaying many shades. In nature, we adapt in preparation for winter. Autumn weather also brings dark...

September October 2024

Turvallisilla vesillä — In Safe Waters  In Finland, many churches have miniature models of ships on display. Nave tradition dates to the Middle Ages and came to Finland from Central and Southern Europe. Church ships are also called votive ships. The name comes from...

June July August 2024

Toisenlaista iloa – A different kind of Joy   Today, there is a lot of talk about happiness. Fortunately, the topic has also been studied a lot, and therefore we know how to influence our own happiness. Positive emotions, good relationships, achievement,...