“Renew our framework of thought, rethink our economics, and rephrase our common goal,” are the challenges of the 21st century said climate justice advocate Martin Kopp in a keynote speech on the sub-theme “Creation - not for sale”. He gave the…
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has issued a public statement on reconciliation with respect to the genocide in Namibia. The statement was adopted by the Twelfth Assembly, which takes place in Windhoek, Namibia.
Support for those working to alleviate suffering and those working for peace
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has adopted a resolution on the war in Syria and appealed for peace. The resolution was adopted by the 10-16 May Twelfth…
The Twelfth Assembly of The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) issued a public statement on the recent sentencing of the former governor of Indonesia’s capital city Jakarta, under the country’s…
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has issued a public statement expressing concern over the grave situation in Venezuela, and called for the building of a society where everybody is included.…
The Twelfth Assembly of The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) was a milestone opportunity to affirm the Lutheran communion as a shared gift and affirm its task to witness in the world with gratitude and joy.
The newly elected Council of the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) met for the first time on 17 May in Windhoek, Namibia. The Council was elected during the Twelfth Assembly. During the meeting the Council elected seven vice-presidents and…
Twelfth Assembly resolutions and public statements
GENEVA, 24 May 2017 - At its Twelfth Assembly in Windhoek, Namibia, The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) issued 26 resolutions calling the communion and its member churches to take action…
