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Stop the spiral of violence in Colombia Christian organizations call on President Duque to end repression and address root causes of popular protests
Orthodox perspectives on path to church unity Theologian, Dr Nathan Hoppe, on the church in Albania and the challenges of Lutheran-Orthodox dialogue
LWF sends Eid greetings to Muslim and interfaith partner organizations Strengthening cooperation with Islamic Relief Worldwide and Network of Religious and Traditional Peacemakers
LWF appeals for an end to violence in Jerusalem Statement calls on churches to pray for peace, justice and an end to forced evictions of Palestinian families
Indigenous Peoples reflect on Economy of Life Webinar explores spirituality, sustainability and struggle for self-determination of indigenous communities
Religious leaders call on G7 for vaccine equity Faith leaders remind wealthy nations of “moral obligation” to end vaccine nationalism
Strasbourg institute invites Lutheran pastors for online seminar on ecumenism Annual course on interreligious dialogue will also be online
Sweden: Don’t go down the road of hate speech LWF General Secretary says dialogue and cooperation must prevail in debates over immigration requirements
Remembering Cardinal Cassidy: Dialogue and reconciliation The LWF gives thanks for life of Australian cardinal who signed the JDDJ with the LWF
Mennonite reflections on the ecumenical journey Rev. Larry Miller on reconciliation, healing of memories, and the search for balance between doctrine and experience