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Finland: searching for religious identity in a shifting society Ecumenical scholar Dr Minna Hietamäki reflects on some cultural and religious trends in her country
First step toward LWF scholarships alumni network Strengthening the communion across regions and generations
Applications welcome for ecumenical study course Strasbourg’s Institute for Ecumenical Research invites pastors and advanced theology students to apply for online training in October.
Open call: 2025 LWF scholarship applications 25 September is the deadline to submit requests for grants toward studies in theology and diakonia
New study group on theologies of the cross for the 21st century The LWF has initiated a study process on the theologies of the cross, to strengthen churches’ proclamation and Lutheran self-understanding.
New study group on peace and reconciliation in war contexts A new study group will provide further theological reflection and interdisciplinary analysis of LWF’s contribution to peace and reconciliation in c
“To hope and act with creation” is theme of 2024 Season of Creation The celebration guide for the 2024 Season of Creation has been launched with an invitation to worship and advocate together during the annual Chris
Being church through the priesthood of all believers Seventh Lay Leaders Seminar in Wittenberg and Geneva
New skills to lead and advocate for gender justice Two participants in the LWF training program on theology, leadership, and gender justice share how newly acquired skills and knowledge advance thei
Do not instrumentalize the gospel by speaking of “Holy War” On their solidarity visit to Ukraine, the LWF delegation also met with faith leaders from Christian, Muslim and Jewish communities in Ukraine.
Ecumenical efforts to introduce a Christian Feast of Creation A seminar in Assisi asks whether a Feast of Creation could become a pivotal part of the church’s liturgical calendar alongside the celebrations of
