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Reformation Day: Celebrating diverse traditions of Lutheran identity Lutheran churches mark the Reformation anniversary in diverse contexts
From Doctrine to Daily Life: 25 years of the JDDJ The enduring impact of justification by faith and its relevance today
New report highlights effective climate loss and damage responses LWF projects in Nepal and Central America provide insights into prevention, resilience and community preparedness
Women’s rights: advocacy anchored in theology LWF and partners hold Women’s Human Rights Advocacy Training ahead of Beijing Declaration’s 30th anniversary
LWF publishes liturgy to mark 25th anniversary of JDDJ On Reformation Day churches worldwide are encouraged to draw from “rich heritage” in the LWF and involve other Christian traditions
Faith leaders call for global action against HIV/AIDS Prayer breakfast highlights ongoing need for united global effort
2026 call for member church projects includes training Churches invited to sign up for workshops on project design by 6 October 2024
LWF and Taizé: Crafting unity and hope from refugee camp sand Symbol of diaconal and ecumenical commitment
New York: Faith leaders call for true and transformative peace General Secretary Burghardt: “Creating contexts where people and communities can thrive”
Christians worldwide join for the Season of Creation Prayer and reflection with a focus on hope and action for creation
First step toward LWF scholarships alumni network Strengthening the communion across regions and generations
