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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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COVID-19: Adopt an Economy of Life, urge global Christian organizations Coronavirus pandemic a prophetic moment
COVID-19: Faith based organizations call for immediate ceasefire Lutheran World Federation and Islamic Relief Worldwide appeal for peace to protect people from Coronavirus
COVID-19: United in prayer for humanity LWF joins Pope Francis and Grand Imam of Al-Azhar in call to global prayer on 14 May
COVID-19: Calling for an economy of life LWF General Secretary: "Economic systems must prioritize people over profit"
COVID-19: Churches in frontline against ‘silent pandemic’ Religious leaders urged to take strong stand against increase in domestic violence under lockdown
COVID-19: 40 days of prayers for 40 churches Nicaragua Church shares video prayers during quarantine to strengthen unity
Interfaith solidarity vital during unprecedented times LWF sends Ramadan greetings to Islamic Relief Worldwide
COVID-19: Health and faith partnership to promote factual information and reduce fear LWF welcomes a WHO guide on religious leaders’ critical role in slowing the pandemic
COVID-19: Solidarity prayers during the 50 days of Easter LWF prayer guide: A reminder that the ‘whole church is standing beside you’