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Asia: Witnessing to Christ in a minority context in Malaysia The General Secretary of the Council of Churches in Malaysia spoke to the delegates of the Asia Pre-Assembly, explaining the current situation of t
Asia: Witnessing to the love of God in a multi-religious and multi-ethnic context Being church and living in diverse contexts across the region, LWF’s member churches in Asia are gathering for their Pre-Assembly to shape their co
Post-pandemic life of young people in Hong Kong A twice-weekly video series showcases the work of young Lutheran women and men in Hong Kong and seeks to inspire new leaders in the church.
First Palestinian woman to be ordained as pastor in the Holy Land Sally Azar, LWF Council Member and graduate of intercultural theology in Göttingen talks about her upcoming ordination and how she hopes it will pr
Malaysia: Seeking to hear God’s voice in the silence Malaysian Bishop Steven Lawrence shares his experience of church leadership in a multifaith, multicultural and global context, and how the COVID-19
Thirty Years of Women’s Ordination in India The three-day celebration was filled with joy and thanksgiving for cultural diversity and advancements, but also with solemn moments when women pas
Lutheran youth continue to focus on peace in 2022 Youth in LWF’s member churches continue to lead the way by engaging in important conversations on peace in their churches and communities.
Church leaders: shared values across diverse contexts At annual LWF retreat for newly elected bishops and presidents among LWF’s member churches, participants shared experiences on Lutheran identity, b
Leadership for peace and reconciliation Addressing the annual retreat of newly elected leaders from LWF’s member churches, General Secretary Rev.
Jordan: “Bethany Beyond the Jordan” a place of peace The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land invites visitors to the retreat center
LWF youth amplify ‘Peace Messengers’ role in churches and communities Delegates from LWF’s seven regions meet in-person for third international training
