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COP27: People of faith join hands on eve of climate summit On the eve of COP27, people of faith gathered for a Talanoa dialogue and prayer.
Churches journey together in Southern Africa The Lutheran Communion in Southern Africa (LUCSA) member churches held the LUCSA 11th Assembly from 19 – 22 September 2022, under the theme “Th
"Pink October” in East Jerusalem The LWF Augusta Victoria Hospital in East Jerusalem marks breast cancer awareness month. An emphasis is put on community outreach activities.
"Ethiopia needs emergency aid” More than 24 million people urgently need aid in Ethiopia, the LWF Country Representative Sophia Gebreyes, said recently in an interview with the I
Somalia: LWF supports families at risk of famine The Horn of Africa has been hit by the worst drought in decades.
Cameroon: Addressing gaps in theological education and leadership Voices from the Communion: Cameroon’s Bishop Dr Jean Baïguelé shares his vision of “theological education that matches church needs,” youth and wom
Lutheran youth continue to focus on peace in 2022 Youth in LWF’s member churches continue to lead the way by engaging in important conversations on peace in their churches and communities.
Church leaders: shared values across diverse contexts At annual LWF retreat for newly elected bishops and presidents among LWF’s member churches, participants shared experiences on Lutheran identity, b
Relief for Tigray despite renewed fighting Renewed hostilities in Ethiopia’s Tigray region and neighboring provinces have closed the humanitarian corridor established after a truce 5 months
Leadership for peace and reconciliation Addressing the annual retreat of newly elected leaders from LWF’s member churches, General Secretary Rev.
Africa: A passion for theological education New Regional Secretary for Africa, Rev. Dr Samuel Dawai reflects on the liberating message of the gospel
Madagascar: Volunteers put their faith, gifts and talents into community development Solidarity that “lightens everyone’s burden”
