The Lutheran Communion in Africa

A vibrant church committed to improving lives

The LWF's 31 member churches across Africa have committed themselves to developing the lives of people in their communities and bolstering the church and its mission.

Together they form the Lutheran Communion in Africa. 

Churches work together to respond to challenges in diverse contexts. The Lutheran Communion in Africa creates forums and spaces for dialogue, empowerment for leadership and diaconal actors to foster unity and stengstrengthenthen both the regional expression and the communion.

Member churches in Africa have set one Sunday each month for prayers of solidarity with those experiencing difficulties. Churches support each other through solidarity visits, prayers, letters, material and financial support. 

My wish for Lutheran churches in the African region is to see them strengthen the understanding of leadership that makes the church sustainable.

Rev. Dr Samuel Dawai, LWF Regional Secretary for Africa
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31.churches
just over 20 percent of LWF member churches are in Africa
30.75million Lutherans
African member churches comprise 30.75 million people
23.countries
member churches are located in 23 countries in Africa
37.projects
LWF supports 37 projects run by member churches in Africa
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