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Ukraine: Lutheran churches across the world call for Peace and Support Global solidarity with those affected by the war
Ukrainian Bishop Shvarts: “Give shelter to refugees" “Speak out about the sin of the war and not about imaginary peace”
Ukraine: LWF calls for donations to support people and churches "Support vital for people desperately seeking shelter”
Restore peace in Ukraine LWF General Secretary calls for immediate ceasefire and respect for international laws
LWF advocates for creation care at UN environment assembly LWF contributing “voices of hope and faith”
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
New website for LWF Thirteenth Assembly Information in four languages on assembly theme, host church and ongoing preparations
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A World of Neighbours offers vision of welcoming society Church of Sweden hosts interreligious summit showcasing work to support migrants and create inclusive societies
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
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