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    The Lutheran communion in Asia comprises 54 member churches. These members proclaim the gospel, serve people in need and advocate for peace, justice and reconciliation. To enhance the ability of members to work together in the distinct social and political contexts of the region

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    The work of the LWF in Asia centres around it efforts to uphold and develop the church, as well extend mission programs to the communities in which it is found. The work of the Asia communion is guided by its undertaking to help churches promote God’s mission in the region, shaping its approach according to the context of the country. The LWF's Department for Theology, Mission and Justice and the regional secretary for Asia works alongside LWF member churches in Asia.

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Bishop Paul Smith speaks about women’s ordination at the Asia Church Leadership Conference in Hong Kong in November 2024. Photo: LWF/Johanan Celine Valeriano

Australia: searching for a way forward together

As bishop of the church in Australia and New Zealand, Paul Smith led the Convention which approved women’s ordination

Communion
Churches
Gender
News
25 Apr 2025
About 25 people from LWF member churches in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), Asia, and Africa attended the training for climate justice advocates in Lima, Peru. Photo: LWF/Eugenio Albrecht

COP30: Reinforced solidarity among churches committed to caring for creation

Training strengthens advocacy and working together for the care for creation 

Churches
Climate
Justice
News
22 Apr 2025
Participants in the WESALUC conference in New Delhi

Abound in Hope: Responsible theology takes center stage for Asian leaders

Affirming resilience and hope against challenges  

Churches
Communion
Theology
News
15 Apr 2025
Participants at the diaconal workshop in Bangkok Photo: LWF/K.Kiilunen

Asia: Diaconal workshop highlights best practices

Hosted by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Thailand, the event focused on strengthening local churches for mission

Communion
Churches
News
09 Apr 2025
KN-LWF chair, director, and staff at the office building, which also hosts the “Silent Coffee” café. Photo: Ari Sihotang

Indonesia: A milestone for inclusivity and empowerment

KN-LWF Indonesia launches the learning hub “Silent Coffee – A Cup of Hope”

Churches
News
20 Mar 2025
Ranan Issa, Director of Gender Justice Ministry for the ELCJHL speaks during a side event at the UN on strategies for family law reform. Photo: ACT/Simon ChambersRanan Issa, Director of Gender Justice Ministry for the ELCJHL speaks during a side event at the UN on strategies for family law reform. Photo: ACT/Simon Chambers

Palestine: Gender equality is a core part of our faith

In this Voices from the Communion, Ranan Issa from Jerusalem talks about her work to strengthen women’s rights

Communion
Churches
News
14 Mar 2025

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