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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
LWF elects Estonian Anne Burghardt as new General Secretary Election marks first woman and first Central and Eastern European pastor to head global communion of churches
Easter vision: Seen, known, called by God LWF Easter Message 2021 by Presiding Bishop Elizabeth A. Eaton
He gave his life that they might live LWF Good Friday Message 2021 by Rev. Dr Jeannette Ada Epse Maina
COVID-19: A time to “look out for the most vulnerable” in Ghana LWF’s support bridged a critical gap for elderly and widowed church members
Shadow Pandemic: educate and legislate to end sexual violence Webinar showcases best practices by faith groups working together to end gender-based violence in Uganda
Using arts and creativity to promote skills and well-being South Africa: LWF supports Outreach Foundation’s goal to instill community skills and self-confidence
COVID-19: DRC church keeps students and their families protected LWF Rapid Response Fund supports provision of face masks and sanitation items in schools