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.
Saturday, December 6th — Itsenäisyysjuhla (Finland's Independence Day Event)
Reception 6:00 PM - Wreath Laying Ceremony 7:00 PM - Program 7:30 PM
Location: Nordia House
Address: 8800 SW Oleson Road, Portland, Oregon
FREE Admission. All are welcome! 🤍
Sunday, December 7th — Ehtoollisjumalanpalvelus (Communion Service) + **Potluck Lunch After Service** to Welcome back Pastor Seppo!
Presented by: Pastor Seppo Airas
Tervetuliaisnyyttikesti lounas seuraa jumalanpalvelusta. Olemme erikoisesti kiitollisia että Seppo-pastori tulee seurakuntaamme joulukaudeksi. // Potluck Lunch following service to welcome Pastor Seppo Airas' return. It so very exciting to have him come back and especially for the Christmas season.
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: MLC Chapel inside Nordia House | 8800 SW Oleson Road, Portland, Oregon
English/Finnish Service. All are welcome! 🤍
Tuesday, December 9th — Kauneimmat Joululaulut ♬ (Singing of Traditional Finnish Christmas Carols)
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Nordia House | 8800 SW Oleson Road, Portland, Oregon
FREE Admission. All are welcome! 🤍
Sunday, December 21st — Special Lucia Service & Celebration 🕯️
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Nordia House | 8800 SW Oleson Road, Portland, Oregon
English/Finnish Service. All are welcome! 🤍
Thursday, December 25th — Joulukirkko 🎄 (Traditional Finnish Christmas Morning Service)
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Nordia House | 8800 SW Oleson Road, Portland, Oregon
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.