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Being church through the priesthood of all believers Seventh Lay Leaders Seminar in Wittenberg and Geneva
Strong ecumenical ties anchored in God’s promise of hope Leaders of global church bodies addressing the LWF at its Council meeting expressed hope for continued ecumenical engagement, mutual support and sh
Council concludes: new strategy, study processes, public statements The new LWF Council’s first full meeting concluded after having approved a new strategy, theological study processes, and statements on public and
Council visit inaugurates new Communion Office President Stubkjær describes Communion Office as a "hub for world Lutheranism” as Council joins staff for inaugural prayer and blessing of new offi
Lutheran-Orthodox: New era of relations between East and West? At a recent meeting in Egypt, Lutheran and Orthodox theologians agreed on the wording of the Nicene Creed which has divided Western and Eastern Chr
Council joins Geneva congregations for Sunday services Council members representing their churches across the global communion gathered in central Geneva on Sunday for worship with local German and Engl
Vital support and prudent management ensured strong financial results LWF Council members join the local congregations of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Geneva for Sunday worship. Photo: LWF/A. Hillert
Council approves new LWF strategy on ‘Sharing Hope’ Hope is at the center of the new 2025-2031 strategy of the LWF approved by the LWF Council today.
Called to “abound in hope” and foster unity The new LWF Council began its first full meeting this morning, with the opening worship preacher reminding delegates of their mutual responsibility
