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Apr 27th: Concert w/ Charlotte Loukola 🎻
Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
We’d love to have you join us for worship! Here’s everything you need to know to plan your visit ❤
Service Details
Service Details
Location: MLC (Messiah Lutheran Church) Chapel inside Nordia House
Address: 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223
Time: Sundays at 10:00 AM
Language: Services are bilingual (English & Finnish)
You do NOT need to know Finnish to attend. All are welcome!
What to Expect
What to Expect
Services that follow the church calendar of the Church of Finland.
Traditional Lutheran liturgy with hymns and prayer.
Coffee time (kirkkokahvit) and fellowship after the service.
A casual & friendly atmosphere—come as you are!
Parking & Accessibility
Parking & Accessibility
Free parking is available at Nordia House.
The chapel is fully accessible.
Upcoming Sunday Services for 2025
Upcoming Sunday Services for 2025
April 20th — Easter Communion Service (Ehtoollisjumalanpalvelus) with Pastor Leila Mänttäri at 10 AM
April 27th:
2:00 PM – Word Service in the MLC Chapel with Pastor Leila Mänttäri
3:00 PM – Pre-concert Reception by the Great Hall. Coffee and beverages hosted by Finnish Messiah Lutheran Church and Finlandia Foundation Columbia-Pacific Chapter (FFCPC). A no-host bar will also be available serving local beers and wine.
4:00 PM – Spring Concert with Charlotte Loukola 🎻 begins in the Nordia House Great Hall. Suggested donation: $10 per person.
Attend Our Spring Concert!
Attend Our Spring Concert!
We’re delighted to welcome Charlotte Loukola, an extraordinary Finnish-American violinist and Finlandia Foundation National’s 2025 Performer of the Year.
Experience the warmth and spirit of Finland through Charlotte’s remarkable violin performance—a celebration of culture, connection, and timeless music.
Charlotte Loukola is a Finnish-American violinist with a Master of Music degree from both Juilliard and Sibelius Academy. Charlotte's program showcases the violin's versatility across genres, spanning classical to easy-listening music, and blending her artistry with personal storytelling.
The performance culminates in a tribute to her Finnish roots, featuring traditional folk melodies and a nod to her great-uncle Hannes Laine, a pioneer of Finnish accordion music in New York City.
We are so excited to have Charlotte perform for our community ❤️
All are welcome—bring a friend!
Have any questions before your visit?
Feel free to reach out to us at info@portlandfinnishchurch.org.
What other events and activities do you have?
What other events and activities do you have?
Annual Events
Annual Events
Spring & Christmas Concerts
Seasonal concerts celebrating Finnish music and culture.Finland's Independence Day (December 6th)
Special event marking Finland's independence.Lucia of Oregon Service (December)
A beautiful celebration of the Swedish Lucia tradition.Kauneimmat Joululaulut (December)
A cherished Finnish tradition of singing the most beautiful Christmas carols.Traditional Finnish Christmas Service (Joulukirkko)
A special Christmas Day service.
Special Events & Activities
Special Events & Activities
Monthly Birthday Celebrations and Special Occasion Potluck Lunches
Join us for fellowship and special occasion celebrations.Hosting Finnish Choirs & Musical Groups
We host musical groups and choirs visiting from Finland.Baking Days
Experience the joy of traditional Finnish baking.Swedish-language Services
Occasional services offered in Swedish.
Community Engagement
Community Engagement
Outreach to Finnish Communities
Engaging with Finnish communities in Oregon and Southwest Washington.Participation in Scandinavian & Nordic Community Events
Join us for events like ScanFair and Midsummer Festival.Official Voting Site for Finnish Citizens
Providing a location for Finnish citizens to vote.Finnish Passport Renewal Services
We provide a location for Finnish citizens to renew their passports.
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