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What is truth? ECIC participants in front of the Cathedral St Pierre in Geneva. Photo: WCC/ Ivars Kupcis

AI and Church Communication: Balancing Innovation with Connection

European communicators discuss AI’s ethical implications and practical uses

(LWI) – The European Christian Internet Conference (ECIC) brought together Christian communicators to explore the…

Devastation following heavy rainfall and flooding across several countries in Central and Eastern Europe. Iron Bridge in Kłodzko, Poland, 15 September 2024. Photo: Jacek Halicki (CC-BY-SA)

Europe: LWF’s solidarity amid devastating floods

General Secretary Burghardt assures churches of LWF’s commitment to stand “by your side”

(LWI) – The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) assures churches and communities across Central and Eastern Europe: “We are committed to standing by…

Water and non-perishable food were among the things people donated. Photo: LWF Poland

Support to people affected by flooding in Poland

Collection of water, food and other relief goods

The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Poland country program has started collections for people affected by the floods in Southern Poland. On Monday, the team launched a call for donations in…

A teacher with her student. The Saturday school helps integrate refugee children into Hungarian schools, while maintaining their identity. Photo: ELCH

Hungarian Lutherans teach the language, foster integration

ELCH "Saturday school" builds connections between Ukrainian refugees and their hosts

(LWI)— For many students, weekends offer a much-needed break from school, but for the 30 students in the Saturday School of the…

The medieval Church of Saint Martin in the Wall in Prague’s Old City where opening worship for the European Regions Meeting will be held. Photo: Ricardolovesmonuments (CC-BY)

Lutheran journey in a changing European context

Delegates from LWF’s European regions gather in Prague to discuss the meaning of church in secularized societies

(LWI) - What does it mean to be church today in a rapidly changing and highly secularized European context? That question…

Rev. Pavel Pokorný, leader of the Evangelical Church of the Czech Brethren — Rev. Pavel Pokorný, leader of the Evangelical Church of Czech Brethren, welcomed delegates from LWF member churches across Europe. Photo: LWF/Šárka Jelenová

European churches: past memories, present relationships

At the start of LWF’s European Regions’ Meeting, delegates are encouraged to draw strength from God’s promises

(LWI) - What is the role of “memories, narratives and witnesses” in shaping the future of churches in rapidly…

Delegates from LWF member churches across Europe attend the European Regions’ Meeting in Prague. Photo: LWF/Šárka Jelenová

Europe: learning to be “church for others”

At the European Regions’ Meeting in Prague, delegates are reminded of their mission to be communicators of hope

(LWI) - Delegates of member churches in the Nordic, Central Eastern and Central Western European regions of the Lutheran World…

Anna Vasa Prize-giving ceremony with the Presiding Bishop of the ECACP, Jerzy Samiec, the recipient of the prize, former GNC/LWF General Secretary Norbert Denecke (center), and the President of the ECACP synod, Rev. Dr. Adam Malina. Photo: ECACP

Former GNC/LWF General Secretary Awarded Anna Vasa Prize for Lifelong Commitment to Unity

Polish church honors German leader for fostering relations and “building bridges of dialog across divides”

(LWI) – The Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession in Poland (ECACP) has awarded the…

In a playful way, refugee children learn to address challenges and talk about feelings. Photo: LWF/ A. Brzozowski

Mental health support to refugee students in Poland

LWF's new initiative supports young refugees' well-being and integration

(LWI) - In response to the unique challenges faced by refugee students, the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Foundation in Poland has launched a mental health…

Participants of the meeting of the Women’s Network in Central Western Europe. Photo: Kathrin Wallrabe

Europe: Strengthening women in church and society

New coordinator and priorities for Women’s Network in Central Western Europe

(LWI) – The Women’s Network in Central Western Europe has elected a new regional coordinator for the coming three-year term. Helen Nagelhout (28), from the…

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