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Myanmar: 25 years of faithful witness and service Lutheran Church of Myanmar marks silver jubilee with thanksgiving for witness and growth
Connecting local context to global climate negotiations At COP30, faith voices rise for hope, justice, and solidarity In Brazil, The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is …
Holy Land: Called to speak language of truth and justice LWF President Bishop Henrik Stubkjær preaches in Jerusalem at conclusion of his week-long visit
COP30: LWF to highlight impact of faith-rooted climate action LWF delegation to UN climate conference seeks to promote evidence-based advocacy
Nicaea conference offers vital witness to divided world Faith and Order Commission moderator Rev. Dr Stephanie Dietrich reflects on outcomes of the Sixth World Conference
Jerusalem: LWF strengthens dignity and justice for Palestinians Medical care and vocational training build resilience and hope
LWF President visits Holy Land, affirms local church witness Walking together as local church and global communion
Indonesia: Lutherans celebrate 25 years of joint witness and service Reformation Day events affirm commitment to inclusivity, justice and interfaith harmony
Nepal church ordains first two women for ministry Nepal Evangelical Lutheran church marks a milestone for gender justice and women in leadership
Sicily welcomes new Italian-speaking pastor Brazilian-born Rev. Heidi Lengler serves small Lutheran communities in cities across the southern Italian island
Namibia: free to answer God’s call to serve Bishop Hilja Nghaangulwa from the Eastern Diocese Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia
Haiti: Supporting communities after Hurricane Melissa After the storm, people need shelter, hygiene, and access to safe water
