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The whole world in one room Retrospect from participants of the 19th International Theological Seminar in Wittenberg
Helping to shape Europe as a peace project Church leaders affirm ecumenical commitment to justice and human dignity
Churches in southern Africa respond to devastation of Cyclone Idai LWF stands in solidarity and prayer with communities in Mozambique, Malawi and Zimbabwe struggling to cope with severest storm in a decade
UN side event highlights churches’ successes in furthering Sustainable Development Goals A parallel event at UN Commission on the Status of Women highlights work of the ecumenical “Waking the Giant” initiative
Solidarity following mosque attacks in Christchurch Local churches reach out to Muslim communities as LWF condemns attack
Polish Lutheran bishop shares his motto: “Do not let your hearts be troubled” Voices from the Communion – Bishop Paweł Hause, Diocese of Masuria, Poland
Austrian Pastor Tendis among victims of Ethiopian Airlines crash LWF sends sincere condolences to family and church
Strengthening partnerships to support holistic mission and service LWF member churches and related organizations gather in Geneva for annual ‘Working Together’ meeting
Tanzania: Presiding Bishop calls for leadership values that foster unity ELCT retreat on a sustainable church
Church of Iceland offers equal opportunities for women Nordic church implementing LWF commitment to promote women and young people in leadership
Ethiopian church empowers communities to thrive on their own EECMY social services reach 3 million people across Ethiopia