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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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Faith stories help equip church to reform oppressive systems “Help the faithful critique unjust discourses”
LWF pushes for peaceful resolution of conflict in Syria and respect for international law Strengthen the international instruments of justice and peace
LWF youth call for revival of churches Join online discussion and share thoughts and ideas (LWI) - Lutheran youth have started the discussion on revival in the church.
Lutherans in Russia assist people with disabilities Diaconal initiative brings joy, challenges stereotypes
DMD director Fidon Mwombeki elected general secretary of All Africa Conference of Churches “A heart for mission and for Africa”
Motivation and renewal inspired by the Reformation Anniversary LWF vice-presidents look back at the Reformation Anniversary
LWF and ecumenical partners link to #WithRefugees solidarity tour Faith organizations join hands with UN in campaign for refugees
Inken Wöhlbrand to become new director of LWF Center Wittenberg The presence of the Lutheran World Federation in Wittenberg