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Philippines: Training program equips lay leaders to share the Gospel Nineteen new leaders graduate The Lutheran Church in the Philippines’ Biblical-Vocation Lay Institute
USA: It matters to young people that issues of justice be a part of “Gospel work” Voices from the Communion: Daniel Kirschbaum, ELCA Program Director for Young Adult Ministry
LWF fact-finding visit to Polish-Ukrainian border Generosity of volunteers gives hope alongside concern for exploitation of vulnerable mothers and children
CSW66: Women must lead the way out of climate crisis LWF and ELCA host event exploring ways in which women are driving movement for more sustainable living
Nepal: Fostering resilience through water, sanitation and health LWF, City of Geneva and partners support vulnerable populations and COVID-19 recovery
LWF advocates for equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines at Human Rights Council "Until all are safe, no one is safe”
CSW66: Women at forefront of climate solutions LWF's advocacy for gender and climate justice will take center stage at 66th Commission on the Status of Women
Estonian archbishop: We must be peace seekers Archbishop Urmas Viilma says churches in the region must pray for Ukraine and proclaim gospel of peace at all times
Hungary: Mobilizing support for Ukrainian refugees “I am proud of the people of my church,” says Bishop Fabiny
Feminist theology for a just and inclusive church Rev. Dr Wanda Deifelt shares her journey from Brazilian village to pioneering professor and theological advisor