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Uganda: LWF responds to urgent resource crisis for refugees Meeting urgent needs to build a sense of security
Easter message: The Risen One Calls and Challenges us Council member Karla Steilmann reflects on the power of the resurrection to open our eyes to our neighbor’s needs
European churches call for commitment to all refugees Easter statement from Christian leaders welcomes Ukraine response, calls for solidarity with all seeking protection
Applications open for second phase of Hélène Ralivao Fund scholarships 16 May deadline: Churches are encouraged to invite women candidates
LWF General Secretary begins first member church visit to Africa Affirms holistic mission of Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania
CSW66: Women must lead the way out of climate crisis LWF and ELCA host event exploring ways in which women are driving movement for more sustainable living
LWF calls to “protect and restore ecosystems” Integrated solutions needed to achieve climate justice and sustainable development
Uphold rights and dignity of women fleeing conflict On International Women’s Day, Lutheran leaders focus on ways that women are impacted by war and violence
Assembly: LWF invites member churches to nominate delegates Looking forward to gathering as a global communion
Cameroon: Answering the call to serve the church Voices from the Communion: Rev. Dr Jeannette Ada Epse Maina, LWF Vice President for Africa
New website for LWF Thirteenth Assembly Information in four languages on assembly theme, host church and ongoing preparations