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A Sign of Mutual Trust and Commitment Lutheran-Orthodox Preparatory Meeting to Discuss Ordination Rites and Women's Ministry
Diaconal Work Offers Hope to the World LWF “Stand Up and Walk” Virtual Conference: Diakonia Is Gospel in Action
Marangu Jubilee Celebrations to Launch Reformation Events in Africa Leadership Meeting Underlines Sustainability and Renewal of the Church
Europe's Lutherans Pledge Support for Diaconal Services despite Diminishing Resources Message from Regional Church Leadership Consultation
Advocacy Strengthens Diaconal Actions in Fighting Injustices LWF General Secretary Junge Commends African Churches' Action Plan against Poverty
Youth Inaugurate Series of Reformation Anniversary Events in India "Give Us Space" to Contribute to Church's Renewal
Arab Christians Have Built Hope in Hopeless Situations LWF President Younan Speaks at Conference on Christians in the Middle East
LWF Offers Condolences and Prayers for Oklahoma Tornado Victims The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has expressed heartfelt condolences and prayers to the people of Oklahoma, following the tragic loss of life in
A Just and Sustainable Future without Illegitimate Foreign Debt LWF Partners in Central America Say Public Debt Leads to Structural Violence
The Lutheran World Federation Develops New Visual Identity New Logo Is a Dynamic Expression of the Lutheran Communion
Witnessing at the Intersection of Church and Society LWF Lauds Norwegian Bishop Emeritus Stålsett for Niwano Peace Prize
LWF Expresses Joy for "Witnessing Dimension" of United Protestant Church of France Junge Welcomes the Sharing of Gifts with the Lutheran Communion