Who We Are We are a global communion of churches in the Lutheran tradition, living and working together for a just, peaceful, and reconciled world
What We Do We work with member churches, country programs and partner organizations to promote justice, peace, reconciliation and dignity for individuals and communities.
Member Churches LWF membership represents over 78 million Christians in the Lutheran tradition in 99 countries across the globe. It has 154 member churches, including two associate member churches, as well as ten recognized churches and congregations, and two recognized councils.
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Get Involved 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
Nepal: Vocational training opens new opportunities for youth Lutheran church supports young men and women from marginalized communities
Jerusalem: Hope and resilience despite challenges Holy Land Bishop Imad Haddad and LWF Representative Sieglinde Weinbrenner celebrate new graduates
Jakarta workshop enables churches to step up climate advocacy Participants from six Asian countries take part in workshop providing key theological insights and practical tool kits
Holy Land: We are peacemakers, that is our calling Bishop Imad Haddad of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land
Indonesia: from isolation and dependency to inclusion and entrepreneurship A holistic approach to disability transforms lives and empowers people in Pakpak Dairi Christian Protestant Church
India: Youth reimagine gender justice in daily life LWF Theology, Gender Justice and Leadership Education program explores how to change attitudes
India: a passion for intergenerational justice and women’s empowerment Adeline Rajkumar, an LWF Youth coordinator for Asia and delegate to the UN Commission on the Status of Women
We stand with you and your communities in Jordan and Holy Land LWF General Secretary Burghardt writes letter of solidarity to Bishop Haddad amid escalation of conflict in Middle East
LWF calls for a peaceful resolution in the Middle East For immediate release, 28 February 2026. The LWF is very concerned about the escalating situation in the Middle East region.
Amplifying frontline voices for climate justice and human rights At UN’s Universal Periodic Review pre-session advocates share stories of working for a more just and sustainable future
South Asia: Walking and growing together as a global communion Participants explored Lutheran theological foundations and identity
Indonesian churches welcome landmark environmental decision Protestant Christian Batak Church has been leading protests in North Sumatra calling for closure of giant pulp company
