After killing of pastor, concern about surge of extremist violence

(LWI) – In a joint appeal to Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari, the Lutheran World Federation and the World Council of Churches have expressed grief at the continuing…

Final phase of launching a global LWF network for study and joint reflection

(LWI) – The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is in the final stages of launching a network for Theological Education and Formation (TEF) to strengthen the study…

“Peace can never be unilaterally imposed”

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has expressed grave concern over the “Peace to Prosperity” plan for Israel and Palestine presented by the U.S. administration this week.

“Peace…

Interview with Girma Gudina, LWF Country Representative

(LWI) - After almost five years of civil war, 2.3 million South Sudanese are living as refugees outside their country. The majority found refuge in neighboring Uganda, Kenya and…

Olav Fykse Tveit appointed as Presiding Bishop of his native country

(LWI) - The General Secretary of the Lutheran World Federation (LWF), Rev. Dr Martin Junge, has sent a letter to congratulate the new head of the…

Voices from the Communion: One of the ELCT’s first women pastors shares milestones on her journey

(LWI) - It has been a long journey, physically and spiritually, for Rev. Jongkolnee Sampachanyanon Sim who became one of the first two women…

Online resources and round table discussion highlight commitment to building ‘healthy interreligious relations’

(LWI) - During the first week of February, the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) is joining with the…

International community to take “decisive action” against further annexation of Palestinian territory

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has signed on to a statement with a coalition of other non-government organizations,…

LWF Vice president: “The Lutheran family will not forget”  

(LWI) – Chronic conflict, pervasive poverty, scant media attention and growing “donor fatigue. The challenges addressed by the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) World Service…