South African Bishop Phaswana brings LWF greetings to Vatican Synod of Bishops
(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) says the joy of 50 years of joint Catholic-Lutheran dialogue and witness should make the two Christian traditions…
Role as peace builders and advocates for justice is key, says Lutheran leader
(LWI) – When Rev. Marjory Slagtand was growing up in Suriname she had no ambition of becoming a pastor, choosing to study social sciences at university instead…
Living Reformation projects take shape in over 50 countries
(LWI) – Young people from around the globe are set to launch a series of Living Reformation projects, initiatives they hope will bring change to the lives of people in their…
Evangelistic and development ministries in the Malagasy Lutheran Church should gain broader support among its 3.7 million members following a workshop on sustainability and good governance led by The…
GENEVA, 2 November 2015 (LWI) - Lutherans in Malaysia have opened their hearts to the people of Nepal with a significant cash donation for The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) relief work.
(LWI) - Some Salvadoran gangs responsible for much of the country’s widespread violence have announced a cessation of violence following a peace march organized by the Salvadoran Lutheran…
Four women in historic ordination in Madhya Pradesh Lutheran church
(LWI) - After a long wait a “dream has come true,” for Rev. L. K. Khakha from Tumsar, a small town in India’s central state of Madhya Pradesh. On 1 November, she and…
An opportunity to learn about the Lutheran Costa Rican Church
(LWI) - The Lutheran Costa Rican Church (ILCO) is showing its commitment to the care for creation by planting 500 trees to mark the 500th anniversary of the Reformation in 2017…
ELCA Presiding Bishop Eaton gives thanks for women pastors
CHICAGO, Unites States/GENEVA, 24 November 2015 (LWI) - In marking the 45th anniversary of the ordination of women into the ministry of the Lutheran church in the United States,…
Youth and General Secretary lead the LWF at Paris talks
GENEVA, 26 November 2015 (LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) approaches the forthcoming United Nations (UN) climate summit in Paris next week with the message that…
