Monday, 30.12.24

The workshop programm is for free, but you need to register. The number of participants may be limited for some topics.
For any technical problems with the registration, contact: workshops.taizetallinn@gmail.com

Spirituality and Religion

Society and Solidarity

Art, Culture and History

Hope against all Hope – Bible study

Romans 4:18 ‘Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, “So shall your offspring be.” ‘

A Place of peace and silence

A place of silence, with opportunity for personal conversation and confession

Creating the gift of Icons

Want to learn more about icons? Here you will get a better understanding of what they are and get an insight from an icon painter.

Ecumenical martyrs of 1918

On the 14th of January 1919 Bishop Platon, archpriest Nikolai Beschanititski, archpriest Michale Bleive, pastor Trau Jott Hahn, pastor Wilhelm Schwartz and 14 other catholic, jewish believers were murdered by the Communists

“Working together… really?”

Estonian Council of Churches – Christian unity in Estonia and elsewhere.

Roundtable with Estonian church leaders. Discussing ecumenical cooperation. How is it to work together? What are the boundaries and obstacles?

“I as a missionary in my daily life.”

How do I live out my faith and share the news of the Gospel to the people around me? Testimonies and experiences from different people.

Meeting with br Matthew, prior of the Taize community
Safeguarding in Church and Society

Creating “safe spaces” for ourselves and others.
A time for reflection and sharing experiences.

Serving the Lord – meeting Christ among the most vulnerable.

Panel discussion with different christian groups that work with people in need. Represented Village of Hope, Streetwork, From friend to friend, Peeteli social work and Mother Theresa Sisters.

Transforming Waste Stations into Circular Economy Centers

Excursion in the brandnew waste centre for the Promotion of Reuse and Establishment of Repair Workshops.
https://www.tallinn.ee/en/jaatmekeskus/circular-economy-pilot-project

Politics as a service to all

Discussion with elected city officials on how politics and policies can shape society. Does politics really serve society? Can policies serve all? Serving the people or serving oneself? How to do politics without losing your moral compass?

The role of church in the time of war

Meeting with people – testimonies of youth from Ukraine

Together writing a book on the goodness of life

We will make a book together with an artist.
Assignment beforehand!!!! Write 3 sentences about how you have personaly experienced the Goodness of Life. Bring it written nicely on paper with you! If possible in calligraphy.

What can Estonian history teach us today?

Estonia in the 20th century. Overview of the historical events that have shaped and are still shaping the consciousness of the Estonian nation till today. How was the current state formed and how has it developed.

Spiritual regi song and folk songs with folk instruments.

Do you enjoy singing? Want to learn how old Estonians used to sing? Then this is a workshop for you.

Never dance alone! (Estonian folk dancing)

Estonians never dance alone but in a group. Would you like to bust a move like the old Estonians did? Look no further! Come and learn about our dance culture.

Discovering history through the buildings of Tallinn Old Town I

A small excursion through Tallinn Old town and its rich history.

Discovering history through the buildings of Tallinn Old Town II

A small excursion through Tallinn Old town and its rich history.

Concert
Kristjan Kannukene and Margo KÕlar
“Learning to ring the bells” at
the bell tower of the Church of the Mother of God in Lasnamäe
Visit to St. Mary’s Cathedral (Toomkirik)

Get to know the beautiful and historical Cathedral built in the 13th century.