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European churches call for commitment to all refugees Easter statement from Christian leaders welcomes Ukraine response, calls for solidarity with all seeking protection
Good Friday message 2022: God between two criminals LWF Vice President Astrid Kleist reflects on the meaning of the Crucifixion for those suffering in our strife-ridden world
LWF to mark 500th anniversary of New Testament translation Bible Year celebrations will share diversity of member churches’ engagement with the living Word of God
Applications open for second phase of Hélène Ralivao Fund scholarships 16 May deadline: Churches are encouraged to invite women candidates
Improving lives for generations – for hope and a future LWF General Secretary Burghardt concludes visit to World Service program in Uganda
Lutheran-Catholic report: Baptism and Growth in Communion LWF and Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity publish report concluding Fifth Phase of dialogue
Uganda: ‘We understand our work as putting faith into action’ Refugees, host communities testify to impact of World Service program in Uganda
‘There’s no commandment greater than loving your neighbor’ LWF General Secretary Burghardt joins South Sudanese congregation worshipping and witnessing in exile