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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 welcomes new UNICEF director Following five decades of fruitful partnership, LWF urges “stronger collaboration for our shared mission”
A peaceful solution must be found for Ukraine General Secretary calls for action to avert further conflict
Welcoming the stranger through faith and community Connecting grass-root faith actors to a global refugee response
LWF and partners foster hope and resilience in Northern Ethiopia Overcoming conflict with hope and dignity
Recognizing faith-based perspectives in protecting displaced persons Understanding the unique role and contribution of faith actors
LWF and partners call for leadership and immediate action for displaced people “Bold moves are required to prevent the systemic failures we have repeatedly witnessed”
Polish church speaks out on situation at Poland-Belarus border Committed to “stand up for those who have no voice”
Human Rights Council: LWF and member churches in Namibia and Sierra Leone submit statements defending human rights LWF with member churches in Namibia and Sierra Leone engages governments through UPR mechanism
“I heard of signs of peace in South Sudan, so I decided to come back” LWF works to prepare conditions for a safe return and re-integration of South Sudanese into their home communities