Theological education

Scholarships, capacity building and leadership development

Theological education and formation are at the heart of our Lutheran identity and essential to the shaping of our spiritual life, our identity and our mission.

In our local, national and regional contexts, member churches seek to build relationships with other churches and faith groups, as well as with wider civil society.

Through our Theological Education Formation (TEF) program, we help strengthen the competence and capacity of member churches, theological institutions and networks to respond to the challenges of our pluralistic societies.

Development of seminars by theological institutions to strengthen contextual theological education, sharing of resources and best practices

The Wittenberg Center, in the historic city of Wittenberg, Germany, runs seminars on Lutheran theology, maintains the Luthergarten as an opportunity for member churches to commemorate the Reformation, and helps enhance the experience of church groups visiting Wittenberg.

Eleven theologians with teaching assignments, students and representatives of the member churches discuss the strategy for establishing a network for theological education and training. Photo: LWF/S. Gallay

Applications for LWF Scholarships in Theology and Diakonia

Scholarships

Lutheran identities

Ahead of the Thirteenth LWF Assembly in 2023, we are engaging in a four-year study of contemporary Lutheran identities, as they are expressed by people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds.

Women and Gender studies

We work to achieve gender justice and women’s empowerment at all levels of church and society

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Public Theology

Engagement in the public space is a vital element of what it means to be Lutheran today. We seek to present our Christian faith and values in ways that can be understood by people of all faiths and none. We are committed to strengthening the public space as a place of equal access and meaningful participation for all, especially the marginalized and most vulnerable.