LWF European ‘Young Reformers’ explore questions of Lutheran identity

(LWI) – Participants in the first meeting of young reformers from the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) member churches in Europe have begun exploring ways they can…

LWF General Secretary Martin Junge addresses Church of Norway synod

(LWI) – “I don’t think there ever was a better time to be the church, announcing boldly and joyfully that core message which we know so well,” said The Lutheran World…

16 days of activism to overcome gender based violence

(LWI) The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is encouraging church leaders to speak up publicly against gender-based violence. Joining the…

Recognition for efforts to end use of sexual violence as a weapon of war and armed conflict

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has congratulated physician Dr Denis Mukwege who with human rights activist Nadia Murad has received…

LWF takes part in consultation aimed at keeping women’s rights at the heart of efforts to uphold freedom of religion and belief

(LWI) - A woman kneels on an empty stage, bowing her veiled head in prayer. An activist for religious freedom…

Invitation to Christians to make "the light of Christ visible and transformational"

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) President Archbishop Dr Panti Filibus Musa invites Christians to make “the…

“In times of exclusionary populism, silence is never an option”

(LWI) - In his New Year message, the General Secretary of the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Rev. Dr Martin Junge calls on churches to bear witness to the gospel message…

A Lutheran communion contribution to interdisciplinary approaches to teaching ecology

(LWI) – What do theologians, scientific researchers, faith leaders, educators, legal experts and climate activists have in common when it comes to…

Joint action to respond to “unprecedented threat” of coronavirus pandemic 

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) together with other organizations is joining the global appeal of the United Nations (UN) for donations to respond to …

Voices from the Communion: Einar Tjelle, Church of Norway

 (LWI) - Shared commitment to care for the Earth yields not only fruits of the Earth but also the fruits of peacemaking, Rev. Einar Tjelle is convinced. In the…