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Lutherans and Catholics gather in Lund for joint service to overcome past divisions A commitment to move together in hope
Press release: Rediscovering who we are in Christ Historic Joint Commemoration of the Reformation in Lund Cathedral
Serving the neighbor together in hope LWF President Younan and Pope Francis call for joint witness in a fragmented world
God’s gift of unity Pope Francis, LWF President Younan and General Secretary Junge inaugurate historic commemoration of the Reformation
A new beginning for Lutheran and Catholic aid agencies LWF World Service and Caritas Internationalis sign Declaration of Intent for cooperation
Making history again in a city of students and of ideas Former Vice-Chancellor of Lund University Andrén and Lund Mayor Prytz share their excitement about the Joint Commemoration
A beacon of hope to the world today Canadian National Bishop Johnson says Joint Commemoration affirms ecumenical and diaconal calling
Lund Catholic and Lutheran church leaders anticipate historic commemoration of the Reformation Hope for renewed ecumenical initiatives
A moment to reduce suspicion and strengthen common work Africa Vice-President Bishop Alex Malasusa says Catholic-Lutheran Commemoration is a moment to experience God’s grace
Indian climate justice activist to speak at Joint Catholic-Lutheran Commemoration in Sweden Pranita Biswasi seeks solidarity across generations for the sake of the planet
Seeking innovative approaches to diaconal service LWF facilitates workshop for churches in West Africa
Joint press release: “Concrete action by Lutherans and Catholics in service of the world’s poor” Press release issued by the Lutheran World Federation and Caritas Internationalis