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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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Signs of hope amid challenging times Leadership Conference in Latin America opens with context analysis and insights from member churches
Mexican church marks 10 years of women’s ordination Equal participation in other areas of church life has grown
Norway’s presiding bishop shares hopes and challenges Reaching out to all age groups and making faith relevant are defining priorities for this ‘vivid and vital’ church
Philippines church hosts workshop to support regional mission and development LWF builds capacity for churches in Southeast Asia to respond to economic and environmental challenges
Dutch church’s work on diversity and integration inspires LWF delegates from across Europe ‘People on the Move’ workshop showcases how community housing project responds to needs of changing population
UN side event highlights churches’ successes in furthering Sustainable Development Goals A parallel event at UN Commission on the Status of Women highlights work of the ecumenical “Waking the Giant” initiative