Unity of the Church

Ecumenical dialogues • Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification

We are committed to the quest for visible unity of the church: to be Lutheran is to be ecumenical

Building relationships and overcoming historical divisions with other Christian communions is a priority for the Lutheran World Federation and its member churches

This commitment is enshrined in our strategy as we seek to support the work and witness of all churches in their local context

Together with our ecumenical partners we promote theological dialogue, shared worship and joint service to those in need

Ecumenical dialogues

Lutheran – Anglican dialogue

Lutheran – Mennonite dialogue

Lutheran – Orthodox dialogue

Lutheran – Pentecostal dialogue

Lutheran – Reformed dialogue

Lutheran – Roman Catholic dialogue

Other agreements

Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification (JDDJ)

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Rev. Dr Dirk Lange

Assistant General Secretary for Ecumenical Relations

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Ms Philippa Hitchen

Communication Officer

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