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LWF churches prioritize prevention and vulnerable families in second RRF phase Need for rapid COVID-19 response persists, the Lutheran communion’s support continues
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Ecumenical partnerships in a post-pandemic world At the end of the Week of Prayer, we look ahead to highlights and hopes for progress towards Christian unity
The climate crisis is a humanitarian crisis LWF and partners launch call for accelerated climate adaptation
Christian unity: way of life for Grandchamp sisters Ecumenical community in Switzerland prepared prayers and reflections for annual Week of Prayer
LWF project opens new doors for Palestinian women LWF Jerusalem offers vocational training and economic empowerment
Lutheran communion stands with church in U.S. LWF leader sends message of support to ELCA following storming of U.S. Capitol