Churches in Africa commit to “focus on what unites us, not what divides us” as they affirm priorities for addressing political, religious, social and economic challenges on the continent.
A visitor program will be available to individuals and groups interested in exploring the vibrant work of the Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession in Poland and the country’s rich history.
Church leaders reflected on the work of Lutheran churches in Africa, their diverse contexts, joys and challenges, affirming the importance of the prophetic voice of the church.
In this Voices from the Communion, we hear from ELCA Bishop Yehiel Curry, former pastor and mission developer with the Shekinah Chapel Lutheran Church movement for African American youth.
The regional Pre-Assembly in Africa opened with vibrant worship in Nairobi, Kenya, where delegates from churches across the region are meeting to discuss joys and challenges and prepare together for the Thirteenth LWF Assembly…
LWF joins the United Evangelical Lutheran Churches in India in praying for healing and reconciliation in wake of clashes between ethnic communities in the north-eastern Indian state
Leadership, empowerment, justice, and peace are among key concerns and priorities for women and youth in Africa. They have met for two days prior to the Africa Pre-Assembly, taking place in Nairobi, Kenya, from 8-12 May.
Having been in the ordained ministry for the past 25 years, Rev. Lidia Consuelo Preciado speaks about her vocation to become a pastor and the role of women in her church and Colombia’s peace process.
During the 8 to 13 May meeting, delegates from across the continent will be discussing challenges including poverty, climate change, gender justice, theological education, and religious freedom