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Canada: “Faith is about relationships” Voices from the Communion: LWF Council member Bishop Rev. Dr. Larry Kochendorfer
Ukraine: Preaching the gospel brings us hope Bishop Pavlo Shvarts of the German Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ukraine on “accepting one’s human limitations”
German Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ukraine joins LWF as individual member Council approval pushes LWF member churches to 149
Denmark: We must seize the future with hope “Heavenly days” in Roskilde bring together thousands over Ascension weekend
LWF youth amplify ‘Peace Messengers’ role in churches and communities Delegates from LWF’s seven regions meet in-person for third international training
Venezuelan church prioritizes women’s needs on path toward livelihood recovery LWF-supported project builds resilience during crisis
Asia: Called to become prophetic witnesses to the gospel Asia Church Leadership Conference concludes with pledge to “listen, connect and engage” with people of God
LWF offers condolences after Texas school shooting Church encouraged to "continue to advocate prophetically against gun violence”
Americas: “Restoring dry bones” in a world in need Leadership meeting concludes, affirming vitality of church missions
Asia: Building resilience and hope to weather the storm Indonesian Bishop Telaumbanua leads discussion on post-pandemic ministry at Asia Church Leadership Conference
Asian Church Leaders: Ministry after the storm Lutheran leaders from across Asia gather in Bangkok to explore post-pandemic theological and pastoral challenges
Germany: Partnership consultation urges increased efforts for peace “Churches as communities working toward peace”
