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Get Involved Image Lutherans from around the globe gather for the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Thirteenth Assembly, held in Krakow, Poland on 13-19 September 2023 under the theme of ’One Body, One Spirit, One Hope’. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert We are a global communion of churches in the Lutheran tradition on a common journey of renewal We strive to put our faith into action within and beyond the communion, and seek God’s Word and Spirit to guide us
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LWF responds to decision by Lutheran church in Latvia Statement says dialogue is required to assess relations
Lutheran Churches in Ethiopia, Tanzania meet to share and learn together Learning from one another "enhances our missional journey”
Churches must join forces to combat crime of human trafficking LWF and WCC highlight need to listen to survivors’ voices and step-up prevention among communities at risk
Ecumenical vision lives on through Harding Meyer Prize Applications open in September for second edition of award honoring progress on path to Christian unity
Solidarity with Brazilian church against hate speech LWF General Secretary sends message of support to IECLB leaders following escalation of violent verbal attacks