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Get Involved Image Lutherans from around the globe gather for the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Thirteenth Assembly, held in Krakow, Poland on 13-19 September 2023 under the theme of ’One Body, One Spirit, One Hope’. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert We are a global communion of churches in the Lutheran tradition on a common journey of renewal We strive to put our faith into action within and beyond the communion, and seek God’s Word and Spirit to guide us
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2020 selection complete, 85 candidates awarded LWF scholarships A ‘commitment to develop knowledge and skills and promote our shared values’
LWF launches survey on contemporary Lutheran identity Questionnaire seeks participation from all member churches as preparation for Thirteenth Assembly in Krakow, Poland
Tribute to former Liberian Bishop Sumoward Harris, a voice for justice and peace LWF’s condolences and prayers of support to the Lutheran Church in Liberia
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Mercy as watchword for post-pandemic world LWF General Secretary sends New Year message to member churches
Unexpected joy during an unprecedented Christmas LWF President Musa shared LWF’s 2020 Christmas Message
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LWF President Musa receives 'Patron of Gender Justice Champion' award All Africa Conference of Churches recognizes leadership in fighting injustices against women
LWF Christmas card: “A representation of hope” Churches in Suriname and Guyana contribute portrait of indigenous mother and child
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Appeal to G20: address debt crisis and save lives Christian leaders call for tax reforms and debt relief ahead of G20 summit in Saudi Arabia