LWF’s General Secretary reports on activities of the global communion of churches over the past year, as the Council gathers for its last full business meeting
Gaza is on the brink of disaster. In a statement released on 6 November, the LWF calls for an immediate ceasefire to enable humanitarian aid, the opening of humanitarian corridors, and adherence to International Humanitarian Law by all parties.…
In a statement released on 11 October, the LWF condemns all attacks by all parties on civilians in Israel and Palestine, expresses grave concerns about the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure, calls for a release of hostages,…
LWF is deeply concerned about escalating violence and conflict in the Holy Land and calls on leaders in Israel and Palestine to exercise restraint, ensure the safety and security of civilians, and work urgently for peaceful…
In a public statement, the Thirteenth LWF Assembly, condemned the war of the Russian Federation against Ukraine and expressed shock at churches that “abuse their authority to justify aggression.”
In a public statement, the Thirteenth LWF Assembly called on churches to continue raising their voices for a more just global economic system and a legally binding UN Convention on Taxation to ensure a fairer distribution of the world’s wealth…
In a public statement, the Thirteenth LWF Assembly called for solidarity with member churches and other communities who are living as minorities in Asia, and for the protection of their human rights and dignity.
