We’d love to have you join us for worship! Here’s everything you need to know to plan your visit ❤
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!
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!
Free parking is available at Nordia House.
The chapel is fully accessible.
Sunday, December 14th — Ehtoollisjumalanpalvelus (Communion Service)
Presented by: Pastor Seppo Airas
Time: 10:00 AM | MLC Chapel inside Nordia House
📍 8800 SW Oleson Road, Portland, Oregon 97223
English/Finnish Service. All are welcome! 🤍
Sunday, December 21st — Special Lucia Service & Celebration 🕯️
Time: 10:00 AM | Nordia House - East Great Hall
📍 8800 SW Oleson Road, Portland, Oregon 97223
English/Finnish Service. All are welcome! 🤍
Thursday, December 25th — Joulukirkko 🎄 (Traditional Finnish Christmas Morning Service)
Time: 10:00 AM | Nordia House - East Great Hall
📍 8800 SW Oleson Road, Portland, Oregon 97223
English/Finnish Service. All are welcome! 🤍
Have any questions before your visit?
Feel free to reach out to us at info@portlandfinnishchurch.org.
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.
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.
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.