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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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Together for climate justice International summer school in Germany offers opportunities for sharing, learning and networking
Task forces to develop policies on climate and intergenerational justice Two new task forces will develop policies on climate justice and intergenerational justice to strengthen LWF’s work in these areas.
“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
Advocating to bridge the gender gaps in climate justice LWF and other faith-based organizations advocate for including women’s perspectives and concerns in climate policies and action.
LWF World Service Annual Report 2023 published The LWF World Service Annual Report reflects LWF’s humanitarian and development work in a growing number of conflicts and emergencies worldwide.
Nairobi: Calling for an effective Pact of the Future A reform of global governance and a commitment to safeguarding the future of the planet and its inhabitants: that is what civil society organizatio
LWF call for youth-led climate justice projects Call for proposals for small-scale, youth-led climate projects that can empower young advocates and increase awareness among member churches
New course to strengthen climate advocacy A new diploma course, “Addressing Climate-Induced Loss and Damage through Climate Justice”, will enhance the capacity to advocate climate justice n
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
World Water Day: Advocating for “Free Rivers” in Argentina and Brazil LWF member churches in Latin America have advocated for “Free Rivers,” criticizing the environmental and social impacts caused as well as the amoun
Lent: ELCA youth call for environmental advocacy Young Adults at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America offer Lenten reflections and practical suggestions for strengthening environmental prote