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Ukrainian Bishop Shvarts: “Give shelter to refugees" “Speak out about the sin of the war and not about imaginary peace”
Restore peace in Ukraine LWF General Secretary calls for immediate ceasefire and respect for international laws
Ukraine: LWF calls for donations to support people and churches "Support vital for people desperately seeking shelter”
Ukraine: Christian World Communions condemn assault, call for peace, invite to prayer “Peace must prevail,” say four global Christian communions who will host online prayer service on Ash Wednesday
LWF advocates for creation care at UN environment assembly LWF contributing “voices of hope and faith”
New website for LWF Thirteenth Assembly Information in four languages on assembly theme, host church and ongoing preparations
Kakuma Got Talent: a stage for youth creativity and ingenuity Refugee youth display their expertise in inventive self-expression
Asia: Elected church leaders take office during pandemic, LWF offers online support Twenty-one church leaders in nine countries elected in LWF member churches in Asia
A World of Neighbours offers vision of welcoming society Church of Sweden hosts interreligious summit showcasing work to support migrants and create inclusive societies
Café Obýváček - A welcoming space for migrants and refugees in the Czech Republic Diaconal worker Alena Fendrychová reflects on how “conviviality” helps to break stereotypes
Solidarity with churches and people of Madagascar LWF General Secretary reaches out to Malagasy Lutheran Church following tropical storms
Building inclusive societies with universal social protection Ecumenical consultation explores role of churches in strengthening social contract between governments and citizens
