Once the most Lutheran of the Baltic states, Estonia is now considered the most secular nation in the world.

Beginning in 1940, Estonia came under soviet atheistic rule. During this time, over 70% of Lutheran pastors were murdered, imprisoned or sent into exile. However, a small remnant survived and today, huge things are happening in this small country. Third generation Estonian Lutheran pastor, Siimon Haamer has a vision to reclaim the Christian heritage once held so dear to his culture. This vision began with his father, Ennok who founded the Tartu Academy of Theology (TAT), the country’s only resource for training people as witnesses to God’s love, grace, and mercy. Recently, Siimon was able to obtain seed funds to expand the vision of TAT by building the Home of Hope (HOH) in Tartu, Estonia. The HOH will not only house TAT but will also be an ecumenical witness to the community by becoming host to the local Christian radio station, pastoral counseling and church meeting space, as well as an outreach center to local businesses.