In Graz, Austria, Lutherans and ecumenical partners revive a biblical tradition by washing the public's feet on Maundy Thursday, symbolizing humility and community connection.

LWF sends sincere condolences to family and church

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has expressed sincere condolences to the family of Rev. Norman Tendis of the…

Lutherans say decision follows “economic interests” and “has broken a public promise”

(LWI) – The Austrian parliament has abolished Good Friday as a public holiday, a decision which affects members of the Evangelical Churches of the…

“In times of exclusionary populism, silence is never an option”

(LWI) - In his New Year message, the General Secretary of the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Rev. Dr Martin Junge calls on churches to bear witness to the gospel message…

LWF General Secretary sends message of support to Austrians coping with “senseless loss of life” 

(LWI) - The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) stands in solidarity with Austrians mourning the deaths of four people killed in a terror attack…

Webinar explores "Dialogue despite distance" in exceptional times

(LWI) - "COVID-19 has become something like a magnifying glass that has exposed the state of some of the seams that hold together the fabric of human life and relationships…

Bringing about sustainable change, promoting care for creation, and intergenerational justice

(LWI) - The Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession in Austria (ECACA) has launched a campaign titled “Building Austria’s largest balcony…

In a meeting with German church leaders, Stubkjær reflects on churches’ responsibility to defend democracy and dignity

(LWI) - The role of the churches in upholding democracy and sharing hope with people in challenging times. That was the…