Gathering spots
People meet in our gathering spots to discuss about various topics, or to engage in more informal conversations. Come take a peek for example at Ystävän tupa, Nurmon Olotila or Hyllykamari.
Ylistaro chapel parish
Chatter Circle
Tue 25.8.–Tue 15.12.2026
Tuesdays at 1 pm.
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Ylissali (Kaukolanraitti 7)
Tuesdays at 1 pm
Dates in 2026:
25 August, 22 September, 20 October, 17 November and 15 December.
The Chatter Circle offers encouragement and support for everyday wellbeing. The gathering begins with coffee and concludes with a short devotional.
Contact us
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Diaconal worker
Suvi LoukolaSeinäjoki parish | Ylistaro chapel parish | Diaconia
Nurmo chapel parish
Chatter Circle
Mon 1.9.2025–Tue 3.11.2026
Tuesdays, 1 September, 6 October and 3 November at 6 pm.
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Chatter Circle Discussion Group at Nurmo Olotila on Tuesdays, 1 September, 6 October and 3 November at 6 pm.
Seinäjoki parish area, Seinäjoki regional parish
Friend’s House (Ystävän tupa)
Mon 10.8.2026–Fri 28.5.2027
Open Mondays and Wednesday to Friday, 10 am to 2 pm.
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Friend’s House (Ystävän tupa, Kalevankatu 12 B) is open Mondays and Wednesday to Friday, 10 am to 2 pm.
Located at the Kismus premises in central Seinäjoki, Friend’s House is a meeting place and a hub for volunteer activities.
Mondays: Chair exercise at 10 am
Thursdays: Devotional and lunch at 11 am (3 €)
Contact us
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Social Services Professional working in diaconia
Johannes HeikuraSeinäjoki parish | Seinäjoki regional parish | Diaconia
Ylistaro chapel parish
Friendship Circle
Thu 24.9.–Thu 10.12.2026
The Friendship Circle meets once a month on Thursdays at 2 pm.
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Ylissali (Kaukolanraitti 7), Club Rooms
Join us for coffee, a devotional, and fun activities together.
Thursdays at 2 pm
Dates in 2026:
24 September, 15 October, 12 November and 10 December.
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Chaplain
Jarmo HapponenSeinäjoki Parish | Ylistaro chapel parish | Priests
Peräseinäjoki chapel parish
Friendship Wednesday
Wed 26.8.–Wed 9.12.2026
10:30 am 26 August, 9 September, 7 October, 28 October, 11 November and 9 December 2026.
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Peräseinäjoki Parish Hall (Kirkkotie 2)
26 August, 9 September, 7 October, 28 October, 11 November and 9 December 2026
10:30 am.
Ylistaro chapel parish
Halkosaari Day Group
Thu 6.8.–Thu 17.12.2026
Every other Thursday from 6 August 2026, 12 noon to 2 pm
Halkosaaren rukoushuone, Kitinojantie 300.
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The Halkosaari Day Group meets every other Thursday from 6 August 2026, 12 noon to 2 pm, at the Halkosaari Prayer House (Kitinojantie 300).
Join us for coffee, conversation, crafts, handicrafts, and a variety of programmes and activities.
Ylistaro chapel parish
Kitinoja Day Group
Tue 1.9.–Tue 3.11.2026
Once a month on Tuesdays 1 pm to 3 pm
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The Kitinoja Day Group meets once a month on Tuesdays in the lower hall of Kitinoja Church.
Dates in 2026: 1 September, 6 October and 3 November
Time: 1 pm to 3 pm
The gatherings are organised by local volunteers, and parish staff members visit the group on a rotating basis.
Join us for coffee, conversation, and a variety of programmes and activities.
Nurmo chapel parish
Men’s Club
Mon 14.9.–Mon 7.12.2026
Every other Monday at 2 pm on even-numbered weeks.
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Hyllykamari (Opintie 1, Hyllykallio)
Meets every other Monday at 2 pm on even-numbered weeks, beginning 14 September 2026.
Join us for conversation over a cup of coffee.
Coffee: 2 €.
Contact us
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Lead diaconal worker
Johanna LahtelaSeinäjoki parish | Nurmo chapel parish | Diaconia
Nurmo chapel parish, Peräseinäjoki chapel parish, Seinäjoki parish area, Seinäjoki regional parish, Ylistaro chapel parish
Men’s Evenings
Tue 22.9.–Mon 14.12.2026
Tuesdays at 6 pm. Refreshments served from 5 pm.
The venue varies.
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Tuesdays at 6 pm
Refreshments served from 5 pm
22 September
Speaker: Mika Wallin, pharmacist
Featuring Parish Priest Ari Auranen and Cantor Anssi Pyykkönen
Host: Jukka Niemi
Venue: Soukkajoki Parish Hall
20 October
Speaker: Riikka Jäsperlä, archival specialist
Featuring Chaplain Marjo Niskanen
Music by Hausbändi
Host: Risto Puupponen
Venue: Nurmo Church
17 November
Speaker: Provost Esko Kallio
Music by Tiemestarin Pojat and Marjo Salmenautio
Host: Jussi Juurakko
Venue: Nelipyörä Car Dealership, Hyllykallio
Monday, 14 December
Christmas Rice Porridge Evening
Featuring Parish Priest Ari Auranen and Jussikuoro
Host: Jouko Ylinen
Venue: Nurmo Parish Hall.
Nurmo chapel parish
Nurmo Living Room
Thu 6.8.2026–Thu 16.12.2027
Thursdays from 12 noon to 3 pm.
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Nurmo Living Room (Nurmon Olotila, Valkiavuorentie 2) is open Thursdays from 12 noon to 3 pm.
Drop in for a chat, read the newspapers, or enjoy a cup of coffee.
Handicrafts knitted by volunteers are also available for purchase.
Open from 7 September also on Mondays from 12 pm to 3 pm.
Contact us
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Lead diaconal worker
Johanna LahtelaSeinäjoki parish | Nurmo chapel parish | Diaconia
Seinäjoki parish area, Seinäjoki regional parish
Silver Tuesday
Fri 1.8.2025–Tue 15.12.2026
Tuesdays from 1 September 2026, 10 am to 1 pm
Valkia (Koulukatu 47, Seinäjoki)
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Silver Tuesday meets on Tuesdays from 1 September 2026, 10 am to 1 pm, in the facilities of the Free Church at the Valkea Conference Centre (Koulukatu 47, Seinäjoki).
This shared morning programme for seniors offers an opportunity to spend time with peers and get to know new people. Each gathering includes a devotional, a variety of activities, and lunch.
Lunch fee: 8 €.
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Diaconal worker
Virpi SkytteSeinäjoki parish | Seinäjoki regional parish | Diaconia
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Chaplain
Sanna ÅlanderSeinäjoki Parish | Seinäjoki regional parish | Priests
Peräseinäjoki chapel parish
Take a Breather Evenings
Wed 23.9.–Wed 25.11.2026
Wednesdays at 6 pm 23 September, 21 October and 25 November 2026.
The venue varies from one gathering to another.
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Take a Breather Evenings are designed especially for young and young adult women who would appreciate a moment to pause, relax, and find refreshment in the midst of everyday life.
Each evening includes a variety of activities and guest speakers, evening coffee, and concludes with a short devotional.
Wednesdays at 6 pm
Pihatupa (Pihantie 1)
Dates in 2026:
23 September, 21 October and 25 November.
Contact us
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Acting Parish Pastor
Riina SusilahtiSeinäjoki parish | Peräseinäjoki chapel parish | Priests
Ylistaro chapel parish
Tupakamari Circle
Tue 8.9.–Tue 15.12.2026
Coffee served at 11 am, programme beginning at 12 noon.
Ylistaron monipalvelukirjasto, Kaukolanraitti 5.
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The Tupakamari Circle is a meeting place for adults at the Ylistaro Multi-Service Library (Kaukolanraitti 5).
Open on Tuesdays from 8 September 2026.
Coffee served at 11 am (3 €), with the programme beginning at 12 noon.
Ylistaro chapel parish
Untamala Day Group
Thu 17.9.–Thu 17.12.2026
Once a month on Thursdays 1 pm.
Untamalan yhteistalo, Kosolantie 45.
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The Untamala Day Group meets once a month on Thursdays at the Untamala Community Hall (Kosolantie 45).
Dates in 2026:
17 September, 15 October, 19 November and 17 December
Time: 1 pm.
Nurmo chapel parish
Women’s Club
Mon 7.9.–Mon 14.12.2026
Every other Monday at 2 pm on odd-numbered weeks.
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Hyllykamari (Opintie 1, Hyllykallio)
Meets every other Monday at 2 pm on odd-numbered weeks, beginning 7 September 2026.
Join us for conversation over a cup of coffee.
Coffee: 2 €.
Contact us
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Lead diaconal worker
Johanna LahtelaSeinäjoki parish | Nurmo chapel parish | Diaconia
Nurmo chapel parish
Ylijoki Coffee & Conversation
Fri 4.9.2026–Fri 28.5.2027
Ylijoen kylätalo (Ylijoentie 558).
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Ylijoki Village Hall (Ylijoentie 558)
Fridays from 12 noon, beginning 4 September 2026.