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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 and Caritas: closer collaboration to serve people on the move Ecumenism in action: humanitarian collaboration between Lutherans and Catholics goes back to the founding of the LWF after the Second World War.
Called to “abound in hope” and foster unity The new LWF Council began its first full meeting this morning, with the opening worship preacher reminding delegates of their mutual responsibility
Youth, women and men discuss priorities at Pre-Council meetings At Pre-Council meetings of youth, women, and men, participants highlight the importance of intergenerational cooperation and stress the intersectio
LWF leaders visit Ukraine country program On their solidarity visit to Ukraine, LWF leaders experienced the reality of war in Kharkiv and spoke to people LWF World Service works with, heari
From Switzerland to Sarajevo: Sanela’s story From life as a refugee during the Bosnian war to founder and CEO of an integration center to support other people seeking safety from today’s wars
Do not instrumentalize the gospel by speaking of “Holy War” On their solidarity visit to Ukraine, the LWF delegation also met with faith leaders from Christian, Muslim and Jewish communities in Ukraine.
You are not alone: praying for just peace in Ukraine LWF leaders bring message of solidarity from global church to Lutheran congregations in Kyiv and Kharkiv.
Ukraine: Humanitarian work and advocacy with political leaders LWF President Stubkjær and General Secretary Burghardt met with key political leaders in Ukraine during solidarity visit
LWF leaders visit Ukraine “Keep proclaiming Christian hope, in words and deeds,” said the LWF President and General Secretary when they visited Ukraine this week.
Lesbos: from beach rescues to a center of hope and healing A British couple living on the Greek island of Lesbos found themselves caught up in the refugee crisis of 2015 as thousands sought shelter and asyl
Europe: Faith in action for ‘the different neighbor’ Building relationships with people affected by inequality and finding solutions for transformative change in society is at the core of the European