The LWF has called for stability and reconciliation in Thailand following a deadly bomb blast in the capital, Bangkok. Photo: LWF-DNK/F. Hübner
GENEVA, 18 August 2015 (LWI) – The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) upholds in prayers the people of Thailand and the Lutheran church there following the 17 August deadly bombing of a shrine in the capital Bangkok.
In a letter of solidarity to the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Thailand (ELCT), the LWF expressed shock over the attack that killed over 20 people and injured scores others near the popular Erawan Shrine in downtown Bangkok.
“We want to assure you that the LWF communion, particularly the churches in Asia, is upholding your church and the people of Thailand in our prayers,” stated the letter, sent to the head of the Thai Lutheran church, Bishop Banjob Kusawadee.
Through its area desk for Asia, the LWF expressed concern that the bombing happened as Thailand deals with the aftermath of violence last year amid demonstrations over political leadership. “We pray for God’s mercy and intervention to bring stability and reconciliation to the country,” the letter stated.
The ELCT has over 3,500 members. It joined the LWF in 1994.
