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Brazil: Be relentless in the work for peace Violence and destruction are never acceptable ways of expressing political differences, says LWF General Secretary Rev.
USA: “We are connected to a larger, growing Lutheran family” Serving as the LWF Vice-President for North America, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Presiding Bishop Elizabeth A.
Poland: Supporting women refugees Women fleeing the war in Ukraine are at risk of gender-based violence: Leaving a war zone, passing checkpoints, and settling in an unknown country
LWF gives thanks for life of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) joins with Catholics and other faith leaders in mourning the loss of former Pope Benedict XVI, who died on 31 D
New Year message: With eyes of mercy and grace Looking forward to the LWF Assembly in Poland in 2023, General Secretary Rev.
Ukraine: Christmas at wartime People in Kharkiv and Ichnya, Ukraine, are struggling with the effects of war. Under challenging circumstances, they prepare for Christmas.
Celebrating unity and diversity as Peace Messengers Advent is a time to focus on the coming of the Prince of Peace.
Ukraine: Heating for Kharkiv LWF is working together with its member church in Ukraine and the local Youth Council to equip heating points in Kharkiv.
Ethiopia: Back to Tigray LWF Ethiopia staff were on the first humanitarian flight to Mekelle after the cessation of hostilities.
Africa: New Hélène Ralivao Fund training in gender justice and leadership Candidates in LWF member churches in Africa are invited to apply for the Theology, Gender Justice and Leadership Education training under the Hélèn
Malaysia: Seeking to hear God’s voice in the silence Malaysian Bishop Steven Lawrence shares his experience of church leadership in a multifaith, multicultural and global context, and how the COVID-19
