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Australia: searching for a way forward together As bishop of the church in Australia and New Zealand, Paul Smith led the Convention which approved women’s ordination
Easter message: Mission begins with Resurrection Isabella Reimann Gnas, LWF Vice President for Latin America and the Caribbean reflects on Mary’s call to missionary action
Good Friday message: My God, why have you abandoned me? Bishop Tamás Fabiny, LWF Vice President for Central Eastern Europe reflects on the suffering portrayed in Psalm 22
Abound in Hope: Responsible theology takes center stage for Asian leaders Affirming resilience and hope against challenges
Asia: Diaconal workshop highlights best practices Hosted by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Thailand, the event focused on strengthening local churches for mission
Mozambique: working for justice and peace amidst political turmoil Voices from the Communion: amid ongoing violence, Rev. Zelda Cossa works to support communities displaced by big mining companies
First steps toward a policy on intergenerational justice LWF task force members lay groundwork at inaugural meeting
Africa: First leadership seminar for general secretaries Strengthening communion relations, governance responsibilities and collaboration
Palestine: Gender equality is a core part of our faith In this Voices from the Communion, Ranan Issa from Jerusalem talks about her work to strengthen women’s rights
LUCSA: Strengthening leadership for a transformative church Bishops Conference strengthens collaboration
