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New commissions to further dialogue with Roman Catholics and Pentecostals 2025 to see start of second Lutheran-Pentecostal dialogue and Sixth Phase of Joint Commission with Catholics
Italian church celebrates history, plants seeds for the future The Lutheran church in Italy is marking 75 years since its establishment but its history can be traced right back to the Reformation – as letters f
New LWF leaders meet with Pope Francis At private audience with Pope Francis, LWF leaders look ahead with hope to next steps on ecumenical journey and present a gift expressing the longi
New worship resources for Reformation Day LWF shares prayers and liturgy for use on Reformation Day prayers.
Christian leaders join young people for Vatican prayer vigil Religious leaders from many Christian churches pray together and receive seeds from young people to symbolize the need to nurture seeds of reconcil
LWF remembers ecumenical theologian Joachim Track LWF remembers Joachim Track as a theologian dedicated to ecumenism and dialogue. He served in LWF governance and committees for many years.
Week of Prayer: Visit to Rome explores growth towards Christian unity Praying with Pope Francis, meeting with dialogue partners and presenting Lutheran perspectives at an international symposium are all on the agenda