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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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Tanzania and Ethiopia: serving body and soul On his first visit as LWF President, Bishop Henrik Stubkjær witnessed the multi-faceted work of the two largest churches in the global Lutheran com
Together for Creation and ecumenical relations LWF Vice-President and head of the LWF German National Committee, Bishop Kristina Kühnbaum Schmidt, recently traveled to Rome for meetings with Ecu
Americas: Called to be messengers of peace and hope With a message of hope and confirming God’s calling to serve churches and societies, the Leadership Conference of the Americas concluded.
Americas: Women and youth networks present their priorities During the Leadership Conference of the Americas, the regions’ women’s and youth networks presented their work priorities for the coming years.
Europe: Faith in action for ‘the different neighbor’ Building relationships with people affected by inequality and finding solutions for transformative change in society is at the core of the European
Americas: “Do not be afraid!” Reflecting on the theme of the Leadership Conference of the Americas, participants have shared challenges and hopes prevailing in the regions.
Strong commitment to mission, education and service LWF President Stubkjær is making a first visit to member churches of the global Lutheran communion, travelling this week to Tanzania and Ethiopia
Leadership Conference of the Americas taking place in Brazil From 15 to 19 April, delegates from the Latin America and the Caribbean, and North America regions will meet for their annual Leadership Conference
Hong Kong: Youth produce video series with Biblical messages A video series based on texts from the Gospel of John seeks to encourage and empower young people in Hong Kong.
Cameroon: A time to celebrate and advocate for peace and justice Recent centenary celebrations were an opportunity to affirm the church’s commitment to vibrant witness, work toward reconciliation, peace, justice,
Easter Message: a call to celebration and action An Easter message from the LWF, written by the vice president for Asia, reflects on the good news and call to action contained in the resurrection