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Human Rights Council: LWF calls for increased efforts to combat extreme poverty Social protection can prevent extreme poverty and counteract inequality
Human Rights Council: LWF calls for increased efforts to combat violence against women Religious communities offer vital support to survivors
France: Renovating border church, symbol of reconciliation French and German churches express hope for cross-cultural, interreligious encounters
LWF’s Hélène Ralivao Fund awards first scholarships for women in Africa A legacy to theological education and leadership development
Churches on the way: overcoming ecumenical challenges Lutheran leaders conclude Rome visit which explored ways forward in theological, spiritual and practical cooperation
Lutherans and Catholics: Common Vision for joint service LWF’s World Service and Caritas Internationalis recommit to “stand together for the sake of the neighbor”
With passion on the journey from conflict to communion LWF leaders meet with Pope Francis in the Vatican, look ahead to 500th anniversary of Augsburg Confession
New publication explores global perspectives on Lutheran identities Common foundations, diverse cultures and traditions
Finance chairperson thanks LWF’s churches and partners for “faithful support” LWF Council receives 2020 financial results
Junge highlights LWF’s agility, resilience, clarity of mission In his report to Council, the General Secretary says LWF is stable and well-positioned to face post-pandemic period
LWF elects Estonian Anne Burghardt as new General Secretary Election marks first woman and first Central and Eastern European pastor to head global communion of churches
Strengthen partnerships for humanitarian action LWF joins ecumenical and interfaith partners in calling for stronger local leadership in crisis response
