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Get Involved Image Lutherans from around the globe gather for the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Thirteenth Assembly, held in Krakow, Poland on 13-19 September 2023 under the theme of ’One Body, One Spirit, One Hope’. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert We are a global communion of churches in the Lutheran tradition on a common journey of renewal We strive to put our faith into action within and beyond the communion, and seek God’s Word and Spirit to guide us
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LWF churches prioritize prevention and vulnerable families in second RRF phase Need for rapid COVID-19 response persists, the Lutheran communion’s support continues
Being Lutheran: Real Presence in Digital Church Theologians from Asia, Europe and U.S. ask how pandemic is changing theology, liturgy and pastoral priorities
Remembering South African Bishop Ubane who stood for dignity, equality LWF’s condolences and prayers to Lutheran church in South Africa
2020 selection complete, 85 candidates awarded LWF scholarships A ‘commitment to develop knowledge and skills and promote our shared values’
LWF launches survey on contemporary Lutheran identity Questionnaire seeks participation from all member churches as preparation for Thirteenth Assembly in Krakow, Poland
The climate crisis is a humanitarian crisis LWF and partners launch call for accelerated climate adaptation
Tribute to former Liberian Bishop Sumoward Harris, a voice for justice and peace LWF’s condolences and prayers of support to the Lutheran Church in Liberia
Being Lutheran: Lifting up voices of youth Young theologians from Sweden, Poland, Canada and South Africa share perspectives on Lutheran identity
Young Reformers in Africa ‘make things happen’ with limited resources Leadership and equity important topics for future work
Unexpected joy during an unprecedented Christmas LWF President Musa shared LWF’s 2020 Christmas Message