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“I belong to a church where women work with equal rights” Voices from the Communion: LWF Council member Rev.
Lutheran-Pentecostal dialogue reflects on proclaiming the gospel to the poor Third meeting focus: proclaiming the good news to the poor
Living and working together as churches in ongoing reformation Balance between continuity and innovation in LWF Strategy 2019-2024
“As a matter of faith: leave no one behind” LWF launches global initiative adding the presence, witness and contributions of churches to Sustainable Development Goals
LWF seminar on conflict resolution “Churches have not been exempt from the impact of social polarization”
Christians globally unite in call for eco-justice General Secretary Junge: “we need a faithful return to our deepest human identity”
Working in a high-risk area Interview with Jacob Aleer, LWF Security Focal Point in Jonglei, South Sudan
World Humanitarian Day: LWF calls for protection of humanitarian space “Humanitarian workers have become soft targets for warring parties”
LWF concerned about rising violence in Nicaragua Lutheran church promotes message of “immeasurable value of human life”