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LWF Council to meet online, 18-23 June Governing body to reflect on response to COVID-19, plans for 2022, elect next General Secretary
Short films showcase interfaith harmony in Indonesia LWF National Committee in Indonesia among producers of four films selected for portrayal of inclusive citizenship
Global Young Reformers Network: A place to connect with the wider church New program executive for youth shares vision for network
Highlights of LWF’s work in a unique year of COVID-19 solidarity LWF Annual Report 2020 is available online
COVID-19: Faith leaders urge G7 to end vaccine inequality Vital to ensure vaccines reach poorest countries
LWF urges Denmark to reconsider changes to refugee law New legislation approved by Danish government allows for forcible removal of refugees and asylum seekers
Pentecost retreats strengthen Sweden’s spiritual ecumenism Lutheran bishop and Catholic cardinal host online ‘Quiet Days’ in second edition of ‘A Spiritual Dwelling for God’
A shared commitment to serve people in need Interview with co-editors of LWF guidelines on collaboration of member churches and World Service
Sowing seeds of hope in soil of online conversation Webinar explores ways of countering hate speech and promoting inclusion, justice, respect on social media
Season of Creation: Launch of celebration guide and theme 2021 theme: “A home for all? Renewing the Oikos of God”
Seeking new directions on road to Christian unity Anglican Lutheran Society conference on ‘Stumbling Blocks and Springboards: working together for reconciliation’