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More than 77 million Lutherans in 148 LWF member churches Global statistics show an average increase of nearly 2 million church members in two years
Preserve Hagia Sophia as a shared heritage, LWF urges Turkey Letters to President Erdoğan and Ecumenical Patriarch emphasize significance of “a publicly shared space”
Being Lutheran: Exploring the Spirit at work in the world First monthly webinar in a series on LWF study process
G20 urged to take ambitious action in the wake of the COVID-19 and economic crises Call to utilize the “unprecedented opening to collectively examine the current order”
COVID-19: Interfaith forum calls for protection of human rights LWF and interfaith partners submit statement to Human Rights Council
Confronting populism: how can churches respond? Webinar explores responsibilities and resources for Christians to resist exclusionary rhetoric
LWF leaders: ‘Now is the time to be church’ Against challenges of post-COVID context, churches are called to work together, sharing treasures and talents
Launch of ‘Being Lutheran’ series of webinars LWF begins second phase of study process exploring ways in which Lutheran identity is expressed today
COVID-19: Online worship increases outreach and attendance German church study shows positive effects of digitalization
Redefining churches’ role in post-COVID19 world LWF President Musa reflects on new challenges and need to ensure no one is left behind
Germany: Advocate for the rights of refugees Voices from the Communion: Bishop Heinrich Bedford-Strohm
World Refugee Day: Every Action Counts Lutheran church leaders advocate for the protection of displaced people
