Friday, July 20, 2012

Churches

In Tampere, we lived almost next door to the most famous Lutheran cathedral in Finland.  It was a safe haven during their  civil war and it is home to artwork from one of the most renowned Finnish artists.  We enjoyed visiting it several times--and we often walked through the property on our way to shopping areas.  I made a point of visiting just about every church possible--mostly Lutheran. 
I don't know the significance of young boys helping an angel--but I  know some  mighty fine  cub scouts that  showed considerable kindness yesterday at day camp.

The guide explained that the garland represents the burdens that we carry in this world--and each boy chooses to carry  his responsibilities in a unique way.  There were twelve boys around the room--but she did not know why they were all naked.

We enjoyed a couple of organ concerts--WOW!  The sound was incredible. Unfortunately, we will always remember the organ concert which ended with a sprained ankle.




Greek Orthodox church
Inside the Greek Orthodox church--the whole place glittered in gold.

Helsinki Lutheran church

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