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Latin America: Young people as sowers of hope in challenging times Summer camps in Argentina and Paraguay aim to build a young, creative, committed and deeply communal church
Uruguay: a bridge between art, faith and society Pastor Dr Jerónimo Granados, leader of the German Evangelical Congregation of Montevideo
Argentina: Everyone has a place at the Lord’s table Rev. Mariela Pereyra, President of the United Evangelical Lutheran Church in Uruguay and Argentina
Diakonia: Empowering communities to build resilience against injustice LWF diaconal practitioners share best practices and increase networking
LWF stands with church and people of Venezuela General Secretary Burghardt sends pastoral letter assuring Venezuelans of solidarity and prayers for peaceful transformation
A milestone for men in Guyana church First National Men’s Assembly provided space to strengthen commitment to ministry
Christmas message: We must be the light for each other LWF President Bishop Henrik Stubkjær reflects on the call to hope at the heart of the Nativity story
Emphasis on strong climate justice advocacy beyond COP30 Climate summit outcome did not reflect urgent action needed for the most vulnerable
For just transformation, indigenous rights, global and local action Exploring inclusive and equitable climate action
Witnessing for climate justice at COP30 LWF delegates call for accountability, courage, and shared responsibility
Connecting local context to global climate negotiations At COP30, faith voices rise for hope, justice, and solidarity In Brazil, The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is …
Colombia: empowering people with disabilities builds a stronger community Lutheran church offers skills’ training in handicrafts, theater, sign language
