Lutherans say decision follows “economic interests” and “has broken a public promise”

(LWI) – The Austrian parliament has abolished Good Friday as a public holiday, a decision which affects members of the Evangelical Churches of the…

Worship in a time of physical distancing

(LWI) - As many Christians around the world anticipate an exceptional Holy Week and Easter period without the traditional physical gathering in church for worship due to the coronavirus pandemic,…

Leaders of global church bodies addressing the LWF at its Council meeting expressed hope for continued ecumenical engagement, mutual support and shared witness in confronting global challenges.

2025 to see start of second Lutheran-Pentecostal dialogue and Sixth Phase of Joint Commission with Catholics

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF), together with its ecumenical partners, has established two new commissions and has…