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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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LWF and ELCA affirm outcome of Leaders Summit on Climate Urgent climate action, increased ambition needed
Earth Day: Continuing to care for creation and advocate for climate justice Call to increased efforts to support the most vulnerable and strive for sustainability
LWF partners to offer online course on climate justice and faith Online program to empower lay and ordained for climate justice work in communities
Encouraging youth engagement for climate justice action Call for small-scale climate justice projects in member churches
El Salvador: Climate education and climate action go hand in hand Youth lead project to improve environment and food security
Faith leaders prepare for COP26: Urgent climate action needed Junge’s message to faith and political leaders: “This year is crucial”
Germany: Exhibition connects lifestyles to Christian roots and responsibility Saxonian church center opens ‘So that the seeds may grow’ exhibition to the public
On World Water Day, LWF calls for access to safe water Water essential for protection in times of COVID-19
Serbia: Apple trees as a sign of faith and creation Youth-led climate project contributes to biodiversity conservation and environmental awareness
LWF calls for recognition of human right to safe, clean, sustainable environment Three statements on climate justice presented at 46th Session of Human Rights Council
Strengthening advocacy in LWF member churches through exchange and collaboration Forums focusing on climate justice and interfaith relations and peacebuilding established