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Get Involved Image Lutherans from around the globe gather for the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Thirteenth Assembly, held in Krakow, Poland on 13-19 September 2023 under the theme of ’One Body, One Spirit, One Hope’. Photo: LWF/Albin Hillert We are a global communion of churches in the Lutheran tradition on a common journey of renewal We strive to put our faith into action within and beyond the communion, and seek God’s Word and Spirit to guide us
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Acting for humanity: gratitude for LWF humanitarian staff On World Humanitarian Day, LWF General Secretary praises staff for commitment and service
LWF World Service publishes RBA report LWF World Service has published the 2023 RBA Annual report, featuring work for human rights with communities in 11 country programs.
LWF World Service Annual Report 2023 published The LWF World Service Annual Report reflects LWF’s humanitarian and development work in a growing number of conflicts and emergencies worldwide.
From the Australian outback to head of operations in Geneva As Chey Mattner ends his role as head of programs for LWF World Service, he shares insights on how his childhood in rural Australia helped to shape
A faith perspective in refugee protection HIAS, (the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society), Islamic Relief Worldwide, and The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) have submitted a pledge for improved re