Special groups
Learn about our parish’s work with people who are developmentally disabled. In Nurmo, we organise Keva clubs for adults, and in Seinäjoki for children over 15-years old. For more information about local activities, contact the representative in your area.
Keva-clubs
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Who is it for?
Keva Club is an activity-based group for people with intellectual disabilities aged 15 and over. The club meets in the Kirkonkranni Auditorium in Seinäjoki.
What happens at the club?
Each meeting begins with coffee and fellowship. The activity programme includes singing, games, crafts, competitions, and, once each season, everyone’s favourite activity, bingo. The evening concludes with a short devotion that reflects the major seasons and festivals of the church year.
Fee
The annual participation fee is €30, payable by invoice.
As part of the Keva Club programme, participants enjoy an annual spring excursion within the region and a Christmas celebration for club members. The parish also organises a yearly Church Sunday for People with Intellectual Disabilities, to which people with intellectual disabilities, their families, and support persons from across the area are warmly welcome.
Clubs for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities will meet in the Kirkonkranni Auditorium on the following dates during the autumn 2026 season: 14 October and 25 November, from 5 pm to 6.30 pm.
The Christmas Celebration for Families of People with Intellectual Disabilities will be held in the lower hall of the Parish Centre on 5 December, from 2 pm to 4 pm.
Contact us
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Diaconal worker
Tanja SaloSeinäjoki parish | Seinäjoki regional parish | Diaconia
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Who is it for?
The Keva Club for Adults meets four times a year at the Hyllykallio Parish Centre.
What happens at the club?
Each gathering includes a programme, a devotion, and a shared meal.
How can I join?
Before attending the club, please contact Diaconal Worker Helena Nahkuri. Participants who have registered and current club members will receive detailed schedules by post or email.
Once a year, the parish also organises a Church Sunday for People with Intellectual Disabilities, and before Christmas there is a Christmas porridge celebration for people with intellectual disabilities and their loved ones.
Contact us
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Diaconal worker
Helena NahkuriSeinäjoki parish | Nurmo chapel parish | Diaconia
Get in touch
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Diaconal worker
Tanja SaloSeinäjoki parish | Seinäjoki regional parish | Diaconia
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Diaconal worker
Helena NahkuriSeinäjoki parish | Nurmo chapel parish | Diaconia
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Special Youth Counsellor
Tiina PihlajaSeinäjoki parish | Education, Youth and Junior Work
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Diaconal worker
Tarja NiemiSeinäjoki Parish | Peräseinäjoki chapel parish | Diaconia
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Diaconal worker
Suvi LoukolaSeinäjoki parish | Ylistaro chapel parish | Diaconia
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Parish Pastor
Riina AntilaSeinäjoki parish | Nurmo chapel parish | Priests
On leave from her position as a pastor of Seinäjoki Parish until 30 September 2027. During her leave, Riina serves as a pastor in the joint ministry for people with intellectual disabilities at the Eskoo Support and Competence Centre. She can be reached at +358 400 167 901.