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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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Uganda: ‘We understand our work as putting faith into action’ Refugees, host communities testify to impact of World Service program in Uganda
‘There’s no commandment greater than loving your neighbor’ LWF General Secretary Burghardt joins South Sudanese congregation worshipping and witnessing in exile
LWF General Secretary begins first member church visit to Africa Affirms holistic mission of Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania
Human Rights Council: LWF welcomes appointment of special rapporteur for climate Protecting the safety and security of minorities
Shaping the spiritual and community life of the Thirteenth Assembly International Worship Planning Committee meets in Kraków, Poland
Human Rights Council: Upholding the right to freedom of religion or belief Protecting the safety and security of minorities
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