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LWF’s invitation to “Walk our Talk” and end violence against women and girls Program executive Rev. Judith VanOsdol talks about 16-days campaign and gender justice
Act now to avoid climate catastrophe, faith groups urge Press Release on "Limiting Global Warming to 1.5°C" report
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Living and working together as churches in ongoing reformation Balance between continuity and innovation in LWF Strategy 2019-2024
