Risttee Church

Ordinary people on an extraordinary journey with Jesus.

We are a family that believes in God, follows Jesus and loves people. We want to share love, help people find meaning and purpose in life, and support one another.

Three things we are

The Risttee hall full of people in the evening, string lights overhead

Worshippers

For us, worship is not only an activity or a thank-you. It is a way of life that shows our wonder and joy in God. Ps 100:4

Family

We notice each other's needs, celebrate together and share our worries. We want to be a welcoming family that receives new people with joy. Acts 2:42–47

Ambassadors

We have felt the life-changing power of Jesus, and we want to share it with the people around us: in conversations, in chance meetings and by helping others. Acts 1:8

Kaunase pst 9a

Cross and way. The place where roads cross.

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A map of the Annelinn district painted on the end wall of an apartment block at Kaunase puiestee 24 — The same district, painted on the wall of Kaunase pst 24. Photo: Ivo Kruusamägi, CC BY-SA 4.0

What if the Risttee family were 1% of the people of Tartu? A big, bold dream. Yet it all starts with one: you, your friend and one hour a week.

Write to say you are coming. We will meet you at the door and show you around. Come

A welcome being written on the chalkboard

First time?

Where?: Kaunase pst 9a, the old Ülejõe café building in Annelinn.
When?: The service starts on Sunday at 11:00.
Can I bring children?: Yes. Sunday school for children runs during the service.
I don't speak Estonian: Every Sunday service has free English translation through headphones. Bring your own wired headphones or use ours. We also run an English small group from time to time.
Do I need to know anything?: No. You do not need to know Risttee or even be sure what you think about God.

Gatherings

Every week

Sunday service

Sundays at 11:00

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We meet to share fellowship and worship together. Sunday school for children runs at the same time. English speakers get free translation through headphones.
LIFT youth night

Fridays at 19:00

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The Risttee youth ministry, open to every young person. We value openness and honesty, good fun and real challenges. Youth leaders: Emma and Andres Roosimaa.
Worship evening

First Tuesday of each month at 18:00

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A time when the church comes together to worship our Creator, rest in God's presence and join in prayer.

In smaller circles

Home groups

Every other week, at a time that suits the group

In homes around Tartu

A smaller circle where we share how life is going, talk about the Bible and take time to pray for each other.
DNA groups

At the group's own rhythm

2–3 people of the same gender

The smallest circle: trust, honest questions and support for spiritual growth, without judgement.

Courses and evenings

Alpha course

Next course: date coming soon

Kaunase pst 9a · free

Evenings to explore the basics of the Christian faith: a shared meal, a short talk and a conversation in groups. Every question is welcome.
Couples' evening

Several times a season

For married and engaged couples at Risttee

Dinner, stories from other couples and time together. Last time we also learned some dance steps.

How we got here

At first I only wanted to see how other churches worship, and then I just kept coming to Risttee.

Aleksander, 31, artist

Anyone who has met God in their life may wander anywhere for a while, but in the end they come back to God.

Mirjam, 46

I am hugely grateful to God for leading me to Risttee and for shaping my life through the life of the church.

Romeo, 29, teacher

20 people. 20 stories. 20 days.

Ristteekond. Before the anniversary, 20 people shared what God has done in their lives. The videos are in Estonian.

Watch the stories on YouTube

The summer camp crowd photographed from above

Risttee turned 20

Those years hold many real people and real stories, and they let us say: God has been faithful. On 25 October we celebrated with an anniversary service at Lodjakoda.

Watch the anniversary service