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While we were in Finland we visited Turku, a beautiful old city. It was the “capitol” of Finland when Finland was under Swedish rule.
Rising above the town is the tower and cross of the Lutheran Church. We walked from our hotel to this landmark.
The church is kept open for visitors. People were ascending the stairs as we approached.
The doors were ornate.
I took a deep breath as we entered this place. The architecture is magnificent.
I was most drawn to the painting behind the altar, with the focus on Jesus, resurrected and ascending to heaven.
// Since we have returned home I have thought a lot about the church in Finland. Every city has a cathedral-like church. The Lutheran Church is the state church. Weddings and funerals are conducted there. But I did not get a sense of the people of the church. When I talked with my Finnish relatives, the concept of a community of believers was outside of their experience. The magnificent churches demonstrate the heritage of faith. And so I am led to pray for revival and a fresh experience of faith in Finland.
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I love how the beauty moved your heart to pray for the people of the whole country. Thank you for the photos and reflection.
Hi, Carol. Wow, that painting is gorgeous. It must have been breathtaking in person. Loving the door so much. Did you note how old this church building is?
I bet the acoustics were amazing.
The church was opened in 1300. It is 700 years old!