The purpose of this pilgrimage is to unite Orthodox Christians from different parts of the world to share in culture and fellowship. While on this pilgrimage, you will get the chance to meet the Orthodox young adult community, visit different churches, immerse yourself in Finnish culture, experience Theophany at a monastery, and more!
https://theteloscenter.org/finland-pilgrimage-2026/
PLEASE NOTE:
Through a Telos Center ministry grant, accommodations and program costs are covered. Participants will be responsible for purchasing flights and meals.
Flights from Boston to Helsinki are relatively inexpensive (right now, the flights from Boston to Helsinki roundtrip in January are $500-600). Telos will be organizing the schedule, transportation while in Finland, lodging, and introductions to the community.
Proposed Itinerary:
January 3: Land in Helsinki, get some rest for Liturgy in the morning
January 4: Sunday Divine Liturgy at Uspenski Cathedral, meet Finnish Orthodox contacts, tour Helsinki
January 5: Continue touring Helsinki, depart for New Valaamo Monastery
January 6: Theophany Liturgy and Blessing of the Waters at New Valaamo Monastery
January 7-9: Visit the Theological School, travel back to Helsinki and continue exploring the city and meeting with our contacts and other locals
January 10: Depart for Boston
*ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Questions? Please email Demetra Zouzas (demetrazouzas@gmail.com) or Bryce Falkowski (bfalkowski@crossroadinstitute.org)