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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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Churches are key partners for UN’s 2030 Agenda During High-Level Political Forum, LWF to launch reports on progress towards SDGs in Colombia, Indonesia, Namibia
Churches appeal to G20: Fix our broken global tax system Churches and ecumenical groups set out proposals to help low-income countries recover from COVID-19 pandemic
Romania: Protecting and preserving God’s creation Youth climate project raises awareness of climate change and its impact on the environment
Human Rights Council: LWF calls for increased efforts to combat extreme poverty Social protection can prevent extreme poverty and counteract inequality
Human Rights Council: LWF calls for increased efforts to combat violence against women Religious communities offer vital support to survivors
Worship planning committee for 2023 Assembly appointed Creating meaningful connection between spiritual and community life
New commitments to promote gender equality At Generation Equality Forum, LWF pledges to accelerate action to prevent and respond to gender-based violence
France: Renovating border church, symbol of reconciliation French and German churches express hope for cross-cultural, interreligious encounters
LWF’s Hélène Ralivao Fund awards first scholarships for women in Africa A legacy to theological education and leadership development
Churches on the way: overcoming ecumenical challenges Lutheran leaders conclude Rome visit which explored ways forward in theological, spiritual and practical cooperation
Lutherans and Catholics: Common Vision for joint service LWF’s World Service and Caritas Internationalis recommit to “stand together for the sake of the neighbor”
With passion on the journey from conflict to communion LWF leaders meet with Pope Francis in the Vatican, look ahead to 500th anniversary of Augsburg Confession